Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB13?
Queens Streets: 25 Dead, 4,400 Hurt—Who's Next?
Queens CB13: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Toll in Queens CB13
The streets do not forgive. In Queens CB13, the numbers do not lie. Twenty-five people are dead. Twenty-eight more are left with serious injuries. Over 4,400 have been hurt since 2022. The crashes keep coming. The pain does not fade.
Just last month, a 39-year-old man was killed on Nashville Boulevard. He was ejected from his motorized scooter after an SUV turned left. The crash report lists the cause as “driver inattention.” The man died from crush injuries. He did not get a second chance. See NYC Open Data.
On the Belt Parkway, a 27-year-old woman lost her life in February. She was driving. The car was going straight. The report says “unsafe speed.” She was ejected and died at the scene. Her passenger was injured. The road stayed open. The city moved on.
Buses, Cars, and the Human Cost
The machines are heavy. The people are not. SUVs and cars caused the most harm—four deaths, 397 injuries. Trucks and buses killed two, injured 27. Bikes left two with minor wounds. The numbers are cold, but the stories burn. A van crash in February killed a 78-year-old woman. She sat in the back seat. She never made it home.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
The politicians talk. Some act. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes to curb repeat speeders, backing a bill to require speed-limiting devices for drivers who rack up violations. Assembly Member Clyde Vanel voted to extend school speed zones, a move to protect children on foot.
But the deaths keep coming. The crashes do not wait for new laws. The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has not done enough. The streets are still wide. The cars are still fast. The bodies are still broken.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
Call your council member. Call your senator. Call your assembly member. Tell them the numbers are not just numbers. They are lives. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people walking and cycling. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB13 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB13?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB13?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823380 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Vanel votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety., Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
- A ‘Boulevard of Life’ transformation: DOT announces completion of Queens Boulevard Redesign, amny.com, Published 2024-11-12
- Comprehensive NYC Greenway plan for bike, pedestrian infrastructure passes City Council, amny.com, Published 2022-10-27
- Meet the Council’s Transportation Committee Chair: Selvena Brooks-Powers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-20
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB13 Queens Community Board 13 sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14.
It contains Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park, Bellerose, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Laurelton, Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville, Rosedale, Montefiore Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 13
Distracted Driver Causes Rear-End Crash Injuring Child▸A sedan rear-ended another vehicle on Laurelton Parkway, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver inattention was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Laurelton Parkway at 18:45. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. An 8-year-old male occupant in the rear left seat of the struck vehicle sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The rear vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the lead vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and its impact on vulnerable passengers.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Laurelton Parkway▸A northbound Kia SUV hit a 44-year-old woman head-on on Laurelton Parkway. Her skull broke. She died alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The road stayed still. No driver errors were specified in the report.
A 44-year-old woman walking in the roadway on Laurelton Parkway was struck head-on by a northbound Kia SUV, according to the police report. The impact broke her skull and she died at the scene, far from any crosswalk. The report states, 'A northbound Kia SUV struck her head-on. Her skull broke. She died there, alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front crumpled.' The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or distraction, are cited in the data. The focus remains on the fatal impact and the absence of explicit driver accountability in the report.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 80 Avenue▸Two sedans collided at 80 Avenue in Queens, injuring both drivers. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. Both drivers suffered abrasions and moderate injuries, remaining conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on 80 Avenue in Queens involving two sedans traveling north and east. The collision point was the center front end of the northbound vehicle and the right side doors of the eastbound vehicle. The female driver of the eastbound sedan disregarded traffic control, a contributing factor cited in the report. Both drivers were injured: a 65-year-old female with abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and a 22-year-old male with abrasions to his abdomen and pelvis. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the northbound sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the eastbound sedan. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A sedan rear-ended another vehicle on Laurelton Parkway, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver inattention was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Laurelton Parkway at 18:45. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle struck the center back end of the lead vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. An 8-year-old male occupant in the rear left seat of the struck vehicle sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The rear vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the lead vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers of distracted driving and its impact on vulnerable passengers.
SUV Strikes and Kills Woman on Laurelton Parkway▸A northbound Kia SUV hit a 44-year-old woman head-on on Laurelton Parkway. Her skull broke. She died alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The road stayed still. No driver errors were specified in the report.
A 44-year-old woman walking in the roadway on Laurelton Parkway was struck head-on by a northbound Kia SUV, according to the police report. The impact broke her skull and she died at the scene, far from any crosswalk. The report states, 'A northbound Kia SUV struck her head-on. Her skull broke. She died there, alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front crumpled.' The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or distraction, are cited in the data. The focus remains on the fatal impact and the absence of explicit driver accountability in the report.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 80 Avenue▸Two sedans collided at 80 Avenue in Queens, injuring both drivers. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. Both drivers suffered abrasions and moderate injuries, remaining conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on 80 Avenue in Queens involving two sedans traveling north and east. The collision point was the center front end of the northbound vehicle and the right side doors of the eastbound vehicle. The female driver of the eastbound sedan disregarded traffic control, a contributing factor cited in the report. Both drivers were injured: a 65-year-old female with abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and a 22-year-old male with abrasions to his abdomen and pelvis. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the northbound sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the eastbound sedan. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A northbound Kia SUV hit a 44-year-old woman head-on on Laurelton Parkway. Her skull broke. She died alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front end crumpled. The road stayed still. No driver errors were specified in the report.
A 44-year-old woman walking in the roadway on Laurelton Parkway was struck head-on by a northbound Kia SUV, according to the police report. The impact broke her skull and she died at the scene, far from any crosswalk. The report states, 'A northbound Kia SUV struck her head-on. Her skull broke. She died there, alone, far from any crosswalk. The SUV’s front crumpled.' The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or distraction, are cited in the data. The focus remains on the fatal impact and the absence of explicit driver accountability in the report.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 80 Avenue▸Two sedans collided at 80 Avenue in Queens, injuring both drivers. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. Both drivers suffered abrasions and moderate injuries, remaining conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on 80 Avenue in Queens involving two sedans traveling north and east. The collision point was the center front end of the northbound vehicle and the right side doors of the eastbound vehicle. The female driver of the eastbound sedan disregarded traffic control, a contributing factor cited in the report. Both drivers were injured: a 65-year-old female with abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and a 22-year-old male with abrasions to his abdomen and pelvis. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the northbound sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the eastbound sedan. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Two sedans collided at 80 Avenue in Queens, injuring both drivers. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. Both drivers suffered abrasions and moderate injuries, remaining conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on 80 Avenue in Queens involving two sedans traveling north and east. The collision point was the center front end of the northbound vehicle and the right side doors of the eastbound vehicle. The female driver of the eastbound sedan disregarded traffic control, a contributing factor cited in the report. Both drivers were injured: a 65-year-old female with abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and a 22-year-old male with abrasions to his abdomen and pelvis. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the northbound sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the eastbound sedan. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Lee votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Motorcycle Ejected After SUV Disregards Traffic Control▸A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, limiting visibility and causing a violent impact. The motorcyclist was unconscious with minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:21 AM on 226 Street near 131 Avenue in Queens. A 24-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling south when his vehicle collided with an eastbound SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and losing consciousness, with minor bleeding noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the motorcycle's center front end was damaged. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as ignoring traffic control and obstructed views, which led to severe injury for the vulnerable motorcyclist.
Queens Crash Injures Driver Under Influence▸A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A Queens driver suffered serious injuries in a collision involving a sedan and an SUV. The driver, impaired by illegal drugs and fatigue, crashed head-on into the rear of a parked SUV. The impact caused whole-body trauma and semiconsciousness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:28 AM in Queens near 233-12 Merrick Boulevard. A 36-year-old female driver of a 2016 sedan, traveling eastbound, collided with the center back end of a parked 2004 SUV. The report identifies illegal drug use and driver fatigue as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected but sustained injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene, complaining of pain and nausea. Both vehicles sustained damage at the point of impact, with the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end damaged. The driver held a valid New York license. The report highlights driver impairment and drowsiness as key causes, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.
4SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on South Conduit Avenue▸A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling east struck another vehicle from behind on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The impact damaged the center back end of the SUV.
According to the police report, a 2023 Lincoln SUV was traveling eastbound on South Conduit Avenue when it struck the center back end of another vehicle. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old male, was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash to all four occupants of the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 14 to 44. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts, and none were ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash caused damage to the center back end of the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
-
‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A 23-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after crashing his sedan on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper while traveling west. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Honda sedan was injured in a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens at 4:03 AM. The vehicle was traveling west and impacted with its left front bumper. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.
Richards Opposes Misguided Citywide Parking Mandate Elimination▸Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
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‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards rejects citywide parking reform. He backs lifting mandates in dense, transit-rich zones but blocks changes in car-dependent areas. Civic leaders echo him. The move keeps cars central, leaving pedestrians and cyclists exposed.
On August 9, 2024, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards issued a public statement opposing the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity rezoning as it relates to eliminating mandatory parking requirements citywide. Richards said, "You can't use the one-size-fits-all approach here. There are really parts of Queens that are transit deserts." He supports removing parking mandates only in high-density, transit-rich areas, not in low-density, car-dependent neighborhoods. Community board leaders and civic groups in Queens joined him, arguing the reform threatens their way of life. Richards's stance contrasts with Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx officials, who support ending parking minimums. The decision preserves car dominance in Queens, leaving vulnerable road users at risk and blocking safer, people-first streets.
- ‘City of No’: Queens Borough President Suddenly Joins ‘Suburban’ Crowd Demanding More Parking, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-09
Motorcycle Slams Into SUV on Parkway▸Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Motorcycle hit SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Rider suffered back injury. Both vehicles moved straight. No driver errors listed. Impact left both machines damaged.
According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles were heading north, moving straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with back trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. He wore a lap belt. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. The crash caused damage to the center front of the motorcycle and the center back of the SUV. The data highlights the impact and injuries, with no blame assigned to the victim.
Queens Sedan Driver Injured After Losing Consciousness▸A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A 25-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a neck injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 130-02 219 Street at 1:49 AM. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant of a 2013 sedan traveling east, lost consciousness due to an illness, which is cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle impacted with its right front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt. He suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious after the crash. The report explicitly notes 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors, indicating the driver’s medical condition caused the loss of control. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited.
Head-On Sedan Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
-
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
-
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Two sedans smashed head-on on 93 Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. She stayed conscious. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 8:42 AM on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when their left front bumpers struck. The driver of the New York-registered sedan, a woman, suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sanders Supports Congestion Pricing Pause Despite Safety Risks▸Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
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Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing guts $12 billion in MTA contracts. Thousands of jobs vanish. Local companies lose out. Lawmakers in affected districts stay silent or cheer. Trains and buses face deep cuts. Riders, workers, and streets pay the price.
On July 24, 2024, Governor Hochul’s official pause on congestion pricing triggered a $12 billion loss in MTA contracts, according to a Reinvent Albany report. The move slashes funding for the 2020-24 MTA capital plan, which was to be partly paid by congestion pricing. The report highlights that many companies losing contracts are in districts represented by lawmakers who either support the pause or have stayed silent. Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick called congestion pricing 'simply another tax' and demanded repeal. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow praised the pause, saying it allows time to address 'communities' concerns.' Frank Russo, president of Ozone Park Lumber, warned, 'You can't just say, 'We're not going to buy supplies and equipment.'' Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany said, 'Congestion pricing is an economic booster.' The pause means less money for transit, fewer jobs, and more risk for vulnerable road users who rely on safe, reliable public transportation.
- Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-24
Richards Urges Lifeguard Staffing Expansion for Beach Safety▸A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
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Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A man drowned off Rockaway Beach. He is the fifth this summer. Council Member Justin Brannan and others call for more lifeguards, longer hours, and more pools. The city refuses. Drones and patrols replace real protection. Swimmers keep dying.
On July 22, 2024, after a fifth drowning at a New York City beach, Council Member Justin Brannan (District 47) joined other officials to demand urgent action. The group called for expanded lifeguard hours, more staff, and new public pools. The Adams administration rejected these measures, relying instead on NYPD drones and Parks Enforcement Patrols. The matter, described as 'Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours,' highlights the deadly gap in city safety policy. Brannan, along with Council Member Shekar Krishnan and Borough Presidents Donovan Richards and Antonio Reynoso, urged the city to extend the beach season, increase lifeguard shifts, and offer universal swimming lessons. The city has only 870 lifeguards, far short of the 1,500 needed. Vulnerable swimmers remain at risk while officials debate. The toll mounts.
- Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: ‘Going to get worse’, nypost.com, Published 2024-07-22
Two-Vehicle Collision in Queens Injures Driver▸A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A sedan and an SUV collided on 209 Place in Queens, injuring a 63-year-old male driver. The impact struck the sedan’s front center and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. Driver distraction was cited as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 209 Place near 111 Avenue in Queens. A 63-year-old male driver of a 2012 sedan suffered an abrasion and injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left rear quarter panel of a northbound 2014 SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain focus. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The SUV had two occupants and sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-vehicle impacts.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed head-on on 144 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, at 3:25 AM on 144 Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2012 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2022 Mercedes sedan traveling north. Both vehicles struck each other at their center front ends. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while the sedan's left front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Rear-End Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 41-year-old male driver suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 1:00 a.m. involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision was caused by a 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle,' indicating driver error in responding to traffic conditions. The impact was at the center back end of a 2015 BMW and the center front end of a 2017 Lexus. The injured party was a 41-year-old male driver, who sustained a neck contusion and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors from the victim or other parties. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of driver reaction errors on high-speed roadways, resulting in injury without ejection or loss of consciousness.
Queens Sedan Collision from Steering Failure▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.
Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure and unsafe lane changing as causes. Both vehicles were traveling east when the crash occurred at 7:05 p.m.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on South Conduit Avenue near Brookville Boulevard in Queens at 7:05 p.m. Two sedans traveling east collided. The female driver, age 33, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors to the crash. The female driver was unlicensed, and the impact points were the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The male driver was licensed and driving a 2017 Infiniti sedan. The collision resulted from driver errors related to vehicle control and lane management, with no factors attributed to the injured occupant.