Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 1?
Deadly District: Blood, Blame, and Broken Promises in Lower Manhattan
District 1: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025
Blood on the Streets: The Toll in District 1
Lower Manhattan’s streets are unforgiving. In the past year, three people died and fourteen suffered serious injuries in crashes across District 1. Cyclists, walkers, elders, children—no one is spared. Just days ago, a 65-year-old man on an e-bike was struck on Second Avenue. The driver fled. Paramedics found the man unconscious, his head split open. They worked CPR on the asphalt, then rushed him to Bellevue in critical condition. The unlicensed driver was caught two hours later. Police say he faces charges for leaving the scene and driving without a license. The bike’s red light kept flashing in the road as the street was shut down [West Side Spirit].
On July 19, a speeding car flew off the Manhattan Bridge, killing Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, who was sitting on a bench. Police found guns, alcohol, and an overdue rental car. One driver refused a breathalyzer. The intersection was already known as dangerous. “His trip was cut short at an intersection known to some to be very dangerous. It is time to make this known to all and time for the city to take action,” said Cruickshank’s sister.
Marte’s Record: Steps Forward, Miles to Go
Council Member Christopher Marte has voted for and co-sponsored bills to clear abandoned vehicles, daylight crosswalks, and warn taxi passengers about dooring. He backed the law to decriminalize jaywalking and called for urgent action on Canal Street. But the carnage continues. After the Manhattan Bridge crash, Marte blamed the Department of Transportation for “ongoing neglect”. He pledged support for change, but the streets remain deadly.
The Numbers: Who Pays the Price
In three and a half years, District 1 saw 13 killed, 37 seriously hurt, and over 2,400 injured. Cars and SUVs did most of the damage. Trucks, bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles all took their toll. The names fade, but the pain stays. The city’s response is slow. The blood dries, but the danger does not.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
This is not fate. This is policy. Call Council Member Marte. Demand real protection for people on foot and bike. Insist on street redesigns, not just decals and warnings. Every day of delay is another day someone dies.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is the New York City Council and how does it work?
▸ Where does District 1 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in District 1?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in District 1?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Hits Senior Cyclist, Flees Scene, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-30
- Driver Hits Senior Cyclist, Flees Scene, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-30
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-30
- Manhattan Bridge Crash Kills Two Bystanders, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-28
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700193 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
- Woman Loses Legs In Subway Attack, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-29
- Speeding Car Kills Two On Bridge, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-28
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
- OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-11
- FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-01
- Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-09
Fix the Problem
District 1
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▸ Other Geographies
District 1 Council District 1 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 5, AD 61, SD 26.
It contains Financial District-Battery Park City, Tribeca-Civic Center, The Battery-Governors Island-Ellis Island-Liberty Island, Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square, Chinatown-Two Bridges, Lower East Side, Manhattan CB2, Manhattan CB3, Manhattan CB1.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 1
E-Scooter Rider Bloodied on Church Street▸An e-scooter rider slammed into a parked SUV near 55 Church Street. Her arm split open. Blood streaked the grips. She stood, stunned, pain sharp and raw. The SUV sat untouched. The street stayed silent.
A 36-year-old woman riding an e-scooter was injured after crashing into a parked SUV near 55 Church Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-scooter struck a parked SUV. Her arm split open on the metal. Blood smeared the grips. She stood still, stunned, staring. The SUV was unmarked.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The woman suffered severe lacerations to her arm and was in shock. The SUV was parked and showed no damage. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors in the crash.
Mercedes Strikes Cyclist, Limb Lost at Essex▸A Mercedes hit a 62-year-old cyclist at Essex and Delancey. The car struck his head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. The driver failed to yield. The street changed a life in seconds.
A Mercedes sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist at the corner of Essex and Delancey in Manhattan. The cyclist was hit in the head and suffered a traumatic amputation. According to the police report, 'A Mercedes struck a 62-year-old cyclist in the head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. A right-of-way not yielded.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was severely injured. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, was not reported injured. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The crash shows the grave danger when drivers fail to yield to people on bikes.
Drunk Driver Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Delancey▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old woman in a Delancey Street crosswalk. The car’s bumper smashed her head to the pavement. Blood pooled. She faded in and out. Police say the driver was drunk and distracted. The street stayed quiet. Sirens came late.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a westbound Nissan sedan while crossing Delancey Street at Essex Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 1:48 a.m. as the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk. The report states: 'A 19-year-old woman in the crosswalk. A westbound Nissan. Right front bumper. Her head hits the street. Blood pools. She drifts in and out. The driver had been drinking.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was semiconscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk posed by impaired and inattentive driving.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Broadway at Night▸A young man lay bleeding on Broadway. Two SUVs, one stopped, one moving. The street was quiet. The impact was hard. The pedestrian shook in shock. Blood pooled. His whole body hurt. The city did not stop.
A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck by a moving SUV near Maiden Lane on Broadway in Manhattan at 2:50 a.m. According to the police report, two SUVs were involved—one stopped, one moving. The pedestrian, not in a crosswalk, was hit hard and suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report states, 'A 21-year-old man, not in a crosswalk, struck hard. Blood pooled on the quiet street. His whole body hurt. He shook in silence.' No contributing driver errors were specified in the data. The impact left the pedestrian in shock, with no other injuries reported among vehicle occupants.
Moped Rider’s Leg Torn Open on Rivington▸Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
An e-scooter rider slammed into a parked SUV near 55 Church Street. Her arm split open. Blood streaked the grips. She stood, stunned, pain sharp and raw. The SUV sat untouched. The street stayed silent.
A 36-year-old woman riding an e-scooter was injured after crashing into a parked SUV near 55 Church Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-scooter struck a parked SUV. Her arm split open on the metal. Blood smeared the grips. She stood still, stunned, staring. The SUV was unmarked.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The woman suffered severe lacerations to her arm and was in shock. The SUV was parked and showed no damage. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors in the crash.
Mercedes Strikes Cyclist, Limb Lost at Essex▸A Mercedes hit a 62-year-old cyclist at Essex and Delancey. The car struck his head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. The driver failed to yield. The street changed a life in seconds.
A Mercedes sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist at the corner of Essex and Delancey in Manhattan. The cyclist was hit in the head and suffered a traumatic amputation. According to the police report, 'A Mercedes struck a 62-year-old cyclist in the head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. A right-of-way not yielded.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was severely injured. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, was not reported injured. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The crash shows the grave danger when drivers fail to yield to people on bikes.
Drunk Driver Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Delancey▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old woman in a Delancey Street crosswalk. The car’s bumper smashed her head to the pavement. Blood pooled. She faded in and out. Police say the driver was drunk and distracted. The street stayed quiet. Sirens came late.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a westbound Nissan sedan while crossing Delancey Street at Essex Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 1:48 a.m. as the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk. The report states: 'A 19-year-old woman in the crosswalk. A westbound Nissan. Right front bumper. Her head hits the street. Blood pools. She drifts in and out. The driver had been drinking.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was semiconscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk posed by impaired and inattentive driving.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Broadway at Night▸A young man lay bleeding on Broadway. Two SUVs, one stopped, one moving. The street was quiet. The impact was hard. The pedestrian shook in shock. Blood pooled. His whole body hurt. The city did not stop.
A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck by a moving SUV near Maiden Lane on Broadway in Manhattan at 2:50 a.m. According to the police report, two SUVs were involved—one stopped, one moving. The pedestrian, not in a crosswalk, was hit hard and suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report states, 'A 21-year-old man, not in a crosswalk, struck hard. Blood pooled on the quiet street. His whole body hurt. He shook in silence.' No contributing driver errors were specified in the data. The impact left the pedestrian in shock, with no other injuries reported among vehicle occupants.
Moped Rider’s Leg Torn Open on Rivington▸Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A Mercedes hit a 62-year-old cyclist at Essex and Delancey. The car struck his head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. The driver failed to yield. The street changed a life in seconds.
A Mercedes sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist at the corner of Essex and Delancey in Manhattan. The cyclist was hit in the head and suffered a traumatic amputation. According to the police report, 'A Mercedes struck a 62-year-old cyclist in the head. He stayed conscious. He lost a limb. Flesh torn from bone. A right-of-way not yielded.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was severely injured. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old woman, was not reported injured. No helmet or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The crash shows the grave danger when drivers fail to yield to people on bikes.
Drunk Driver Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Delancey▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old woman in a Delancey Street crosswalk. The car’s bumper smashed her head to the pavement. Blood pooled. She faded in and out. Police say the driver was drunk and distracted. The street stayed quiet. Sirens came late.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a westbound Nissan sedan while crossing Delancey Street at Essex Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 1:48 a.m. as the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk. The report states: 'A 19-year-old woman in the crosswalk. A westbound Nissan. Right front bumper. Her head hits the street. Blood pools. She drifts in and out. The driver had been drinking.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was semiconscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk posed by impaired and inattentive driving.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Broadway at Night▸A young man lay bleeding on Broadway. Two SUVs, one stopped, one moving. The street was quiet. The impact was hard. The pedestrian shook in shock. Blood pooled. His whole body hurt. The city did not stop.
A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck by a moving SUV near Maiden Lane on Broadway in Manhattan at 2:50 a.m. According to the police report, two SUVs were involved—one stopped, one moving. The pedestrian, not in a crosswalk, was hit hard and suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report states, 'A 21-year-old man, not in a crosswalk, struck hard. Blood pooled on the quiet street. His whole body hurt. He shook in silence.' No contributing driver errors were specified in the data. The impact left the pedestrian in shock, with no other injuries reported among vehicle occupants.
Moped Rider’s Leg Torn Open on Rivington▸Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A sedan hit a 19-year-old woman in a Delancey Street crosswalk. The car’s bumper smashed her head to the pavement. Blood pooled. She faded in and out. Police say the driver was drunk and distracted. The street stayed quiet. Sirens came late.
A 19-year-old woman was struck by a westbound Nissan sedan while crossing Delancey Street at Essex Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 1:48 a.m. as the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk. The report states: 'A 19-year-old woman in the crosswalk. A westbound Nissan. Right front bumper. Her head hits the street. Blood pools. She drifts in and out. The driver had been drinking.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was semiconscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk posed by impaired and inattentive driving.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Broadway at Night▸A young man lay bleeding on Broadway. Two SUVs, one stopped, one moving. The street was quiet. The impact was hard. The pedestrian shook in shock. Blood pooled. His whole body hurt. The city did not stop.
A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck by a moving SUV near Maiden Lane on Broadway in Manhattan at 2:50 a.m. According to the police report, two SUVs were involved—one stopped, one moving. The pedestrian, not in a crosswalk, was hit hard and suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report states, 'A 21-year-old man, not in a crosswalk, struck hard. Blood pooled on the quiet street. His whole body hurt. He shook in silence.' No contributing driver errors were specified in the data. The impact left the pedestrian in shock, with no other injuries reported among vehicle occupants.
Moped Rider’s Leg Torn Open on Rivington▸Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A young man lay bleeding on Broadway. Two SUVs, one stopped, one moving. The street was quiet. The impact was hard. The pedestrian shook in shock. Blood pooled. His whole body hurt. The city did not stop.
A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck by a moving SUV near Maiden Lane on Broadway in Manhattan at 2:50 a.m. According to the police report, two SUVs were involved—one stopped, one moving. The pedestrian, not in a crosswalk, was hit hard and suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report states, 'A 21-year-old man, not in a crosswalk, struck hard. Blood pooled on the quiet street. His whole body hurt. He shook in silence.' No contributing driver errors were specified in the data. The impact left the pedestrian in shock, with no other injuries reported among vehicle occupants.
Moped Rider’s Leg Torn Open on Rivington▸Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
Steel met flesh on Rivington Street. A moped and a sedan collided in the dark. The moped rider’s leg split open. Blood on the asphalt. No helmet. Three in the sedan, unhurt. The street fell silent after the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided near 135 Rivington Street in Manhattan just before 1 a.m. The moped rider, a 35-year-old man, suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'His leg split open on the asphalt. No armor. No mercy. Just flesh, steel, and silence.' The rider wore no helmet. Three people in the sedan, including a 15-year-old and a 29-year-old passenger, were not injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The data shows both vehicles were traveling west and going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The moped rider was the only person injured.
Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Thrown, Suffers Head Injury▸A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A woman rode south on Lafayette. She lost control. She flew from her e-bike. Her head struck the street. Blood pooled. She lay unconscious. The bike stood untouched. The street bore the mark of impact.
A woman riding an e-bike south on Lafayette Street at Kenmare was thrown from her bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, she was unlicensed, helmetless, and lost consciousness after her head struck the pavement. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The e-bike itself was undamaged. The woman was the only person injured in the crash. Helmet use is mentioned only as a detail after the driver error. No other vehicles or people were involved.
Cyclist Thrown, Head Injured on Essex Street▸A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
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FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A young man rode south on Essex. He was thrown from his bike. His head struck the ground. Blood pooled fast. He lay semiconscious, sirens echoing. The crash left him bleeding and broken on the asphalt.
A 25-year-old man riding a bike southbound near 105 Essex Street in Manhattan was ejected from his bike and suffered a severe head injury. According to the police report, 'A 25-year-old man, no helmet, thrown from his bike. Head struck hard. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He lay semiconscious, southbound ride ended in sirens and silence.' The cyclist was listed as semiconscious with severe bleeding from the head. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were identified as involved in the crash. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factors.
Cyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Sedan Collision▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A sedan struck a 62-year-old cyclist on South Street. The man flew from his bike. Blood ran from his face. The driver’s view was blocked. Distraction played a part. The cyclist wore a helmet. He stayed conscious in the dark.
A 62-year-old man riding north on his bike was hit by a sedan traveling east on South Street near Catherine Slip in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A 62-year-old man, helmeted, was thrown from his bike. His face bled into the dark. A Honda's right side crumpled. The driver didn’t see him. The view was blocked. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered facial injuries and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers cannot see vulnerable road users.
Chin Supports Safety Boosting Financial District Pedestrianization Plan▸Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
Financial District streets choke on cars and placards. City drags its feet. Council set aside funds. DOT stalls. Pedestrians and cyclists wait. Business objections ring hollow. The mayor ignores the crisis. The call is clear: clear the streets for people, not cars.
This is an opinion piece published July 11, 2022, titled 'Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!' It urges immediate action on the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' plan, which would turn streets below Chambers into shared spaces for walkers and cyclists. The Financial District Neighborhood Association backs the plan. Former Council Member Margaret Chin allocated $500,000 for early work in 2019. The Department of Transportation has not moved forward. The piece states, 'Any pedestrianization plan worth its salt will curtail the space for government-subsidized 'free' car storage.' The author slams the mayor for ignoring placard abuse and calls business objections a smokescreen. The plan’s delay keeps narrow, dangerous streets clogged with government vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
- OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-11
Chin Supports FiDi Shared Streets Despite Slow DOT Pace▸Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
-
FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
Advocates want Lower Manhattan streets safer for people, not cars. DOT drags its feet. Residents and business owners clash over urgency. The plan sits in study. Cyclists and pedestrians wait. The city’s slow pace keeps danger alive on narrow streets.
This update covers the 'Make Way for Lower Manhattan' shared streets proposal, discussed July 1, 2022. The Department of Transportation (DOT) briefed Manhattan Community Board 1 on the plan, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and cyclists in the Financial District. The project, funded by $500,000 from then-Council Member Margaret Chin, remains in the study phase, delayed by the pandemic. DOT Project Manager Jenny Leung said the city is updating conditions and planning stakeholder engagement. Community Board 1 and the Financial District Neighborhood Association (FDNA) have backed the plan since 2015 and 2016, respectively. FDNA Board Member Catherine Hughes pressed for urgency, saying, 'It's time for a pilot project now.' Business leader Jessica Lappin voiced logistical concerns. The plan envisions shared streets with 5 mph speed limits and a future pedestrian plaza. Progress is slow. The city’s delay leaves vulnerable road users at risk.
- FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-01
Taxi and Sedan Crash Kills Young Pedestrian▸A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A taxi turned left. A sedan barreled straight. In the intersection, a 21-year-old man was struck. He suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. He died there, under harsh lights, alone in the city’s dark.
A deadly collision unfolded at East Houston Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi making a left turn and a sedan going straight collided in the intersection. A 21-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed, suffering a fatal head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. Several vehicle occupants were also injured. The police report does not specify any errors by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when driver impairment enters the intersection.
Flatbed Truck Turns, Cyclist Struck and Injured▸A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
A flatbed truck turned right at Elizabeth and Prince. The cyclist rode straight. Steel hit flesh. Blood pooled. The truck rolled on. The bike crumpled. The man screamed, conscious, bleeding hard. Morning light caught the wreckage.
A flatbed truck turned right at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Prince Street in Manhattan. A 46-year-old man on a bicycle rode straight. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The truck’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, hitting his lower leg and foot. He was partially ejected, conscious, and suffered severe bleeding. The bike folded under the impact. The truck showed no damage and continued on. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no errors by the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is driver inattention.
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
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Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
- Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-09