About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 2
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 15
▸ Whiplash 71
▸ Contusion/Bruise 102
▸ Abrasion 60
▸ Pain/Nausea 19
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Downtown Brooklyn bleeds at the seams: Tillary, Flatbush, Atlantic
Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Tillary takes. Flatbush grinds. Atlantic does not forgive.
A 74‑year‑old man on an e‑bike died when a bus made a right at Tillary and Jay. The city record lists “E‑Bike” and “Bus.” It lists “Ejected.” It lists “Apparent Death.” The time was 8:15 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2024. The place was here. The turn was right. The man did not get up (city crash log).
At Flatbush Avenue and State Street, a 45‑year‑old woman riding in the back seat was killed. The SUV was stopped in traffic. A sedan came straight. She died at 11:04 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2025. The sheet says “Crush Injuries.” It says “Apparent Death” (city crash log).
The rest live, but hurt. Since 2022, this area logged 2,231 crashes, 1,005 injuries, and two deaths. Pedestrians: 183 hurt. Cyclists: 166 hurt. People in cars: 616 hurt. Heavy vehicles did their share: trucks and buses are tied to 33 pedestrian injuries in the record, bikes to 18, SUVs and cars to 126 (city rollup).
Where the street spits you out
Tillary Street leads the injury tally here with 54 injuries and three serious injuries. Flatbush Avenue Extension shows 53 injuries and two serious injuries. Navy Street and Court Street also carry pain (hotspots).
Danger peaks in the late afternoon. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., injuries stack up hour by hour, hitting an 86‑injury spike at 2 p.m. Two deaths in this span landed at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. The clock does not matter. The body count comes either way (hourly pattern).
Failure to yield shows up in the files. So does inattention. So does improper passing. Unsafe speed appears in the case file where a rider on an e‑bike hit a woman crossing with the signal at Flatbush and Nevins; she suffered severe cuts. The sheet says the rider was unlicensed. It also says “Unsafe Speed” and “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” (case detail).
Children in the crosswalk
On Atlantic at Court, a 4‑year‑old boy crossing with the signal was hit by a left‑turning 2013 vehicle. The log lists “Failure to Yield Right‑of‑Way” and “Passenger Distraction.” He lived. He carries the entry “Crush Injuries” (intersection case).
At 501 Atlantic Avenue, a 67‑year‑old woman in the marked crosswalk was struck. The driver’s sheet reads “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Failure to Yield.” She suffered severe cuts. She was conscious. She also had the walk (intersection case).
This is not a riddle. Cars turn. People cross. The paint does not stop steel.
What City Hall has on paper
At City Hall, Council Member Lincoln Restler put his name on a resolution to let cameras ticket owners for posted parking rules. The stated aim is fewer illegal blockers. It sits in committee. The text calls on Albany to pass A.5440. The Council file is dated Aug. 14, 2025 (council record).
He also co‑sponsored a bill to force DOT to install school‑zone safety devices within 60 days after a study finding. Introduced the same day. Still in committee (bill file).
In Albany, lawmakers renewed New York City’s school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. One sponsor, Senator Andrew Gounardes, backed it. The city’s own numbers tied cameras to sharp drops in speeding and severe injuries, according to coverage on June 30, 2025 (Streetsblog; AMNY).
Gounardes also sponsored and voted yes in committee to require speed limiters for repeat violators under S 4045 in June 2025. The summary says it targets drivers who rack up points or repeated camera tickets. It passed committee votes on June 11–12 (Senate file).
What would stop the next siren on Tillary
- Daylight the corners and harden the turns at Tillary, Jay, and the Flatbush Avenue Extension. These are the injury leaders.
- Give walkers a head start at Atlantic and Court and across Flatbush. The case files list left turns, failed yields, and distraction.
- Target the late‑day hours for enforcement at the known peaks. The city’s clock data points to the 2–6 p.m. window.
Then tackle the citywide pattern that feeds these corners:
- Lower the default speed limit. Albany already renewed cameras citywide through 2030. The data tied them to fewer severe injuries where placed (Streetsblog).
- Pass and enforce speed limiters for repeat offenders. S 4045 is written for that. It cleared Senate committees with a yes from its sponsor (Senate file).
The map of Downtown Brooklyn is a ledger. Tillary. Flatbush. Atlantic. Names we know. Bodies we do not.
Take one step that counts. Tell City Hall and Albany to act now. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – NYC Open Data (Crashes) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- NYC Council Legislative Files (Int. 1353-2025; Res. 1024-2025), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- S 4045 – Intelligent Speed Assistance for Repeat Violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
Other Representatives
District 52
341 Smith St., Brooklyn, NY 11231
Room 826, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 33
410 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-5200
250 Broadway, Suite 1748, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7214
District 26
497 Carroll St. Suite 31, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 917, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 84, District 33, AD 52, SD 26, Brooklyn CB2.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill
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Van Strikes Sedan, Three Passengers Hurt▸Mar 12 - A van rear-ended a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. Three sedan passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction. The van was slowing. All injured remained conscious.
According to the police report, a van collided with the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling west on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Three passengers in the sedan, ages 23, 25, and 28, suffered back injuries and whiplash. All remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the sedan driver, who held a permit. The van driver was licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing SUV on Sands Street▸Mar 12 - A 44-year-old woman was struck by a backing SUV on Sands Street in Brooklyn. She was not in the roadway but suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver backed unsafely.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Station Wagon/SUV backed unsafely on Sands Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time but sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle was traveling south and was backing at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error. The vehicle sustained no damage, and there were no occupants inside. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 10 - A 30-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. The scooter was demolished. The driver was semiconscious with a concussion. The sedan had front-left damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, was making a left turn when the sedan, traveling east, struck him with its left front bumper. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists driver errors including "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The e-scooter was demolished on impact. The injured man was semiconscious at the scene. No helmet use was noted as a contributing factor.
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Chassis Cab Strikes Cyclist on Navy Street▸Mar 8 - A woman turned left on her bike. A chassis cab hit her with its right front. She flew. Blood poured from her leg. She stayed awake. The truck rolled on, unmarked. Her knee did not.
A 40-year-old woman riding a bike was struck by a chassis cab on Navy Street near Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when the truck hit her with its right front quarter panel. She was ejected from her bike, suffering severe bleeding and injury to her knee and lower leg, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The truck showed no damage. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was caused by driver inattention.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Street▸Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
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‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
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Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
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Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
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City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
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Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
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Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
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‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
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Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 12 - A van rear-ended a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. Three sedan passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inexperience and distraction. The van was slowing. All injured remained conscious.
According to the police report, a van collided with the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling west on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Three passengers in the sedan, ages 23, 25, and 28, suffered back injuries and whiplash. All remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the sedan driver, who held a permit. The van driver was licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing SUV on Sands Street▸Mar 12 - A 44-year-old woman was struck by a backing SUV on Sands Street in Brooklyn. She was not in the roadway but suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver backed unsafely.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Station Wagon/SUV backed unsafely on Sands Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time but sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle was traveling south and was backing at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error. The vehicle sustained no damage, and there were no occupants inside. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 10 - A 30-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. The scooter was demolished. The driver was semiconscious with a concussion. The sedan had front-left damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, was making a left turn when the sedan, traveling east, struck him with its left front bumper. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists driver errors including "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The e-scooter was demolished on impact. The injured man was semiconscious at the scene. No helmet use was noted as a contributing factor.
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Chassis Cab Strikes Cyclist on Navy Street▸Mar 8 - A woman turned left on her bike. A chassis cab hit her with its right front. She flew. Blood poured from her leg. She stayed awake. The truck rolled on, unmarked. Her knee did not.
A 40-year-old woman riding a bike was struck by a chassis cab on Navy Street near Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when the truck hit her with its right front quarter panel. She was ejected from her bike, suffering severe bleeding and injury to her knee and lower leg, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The truck showed no damage. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was caused by driver inattention.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Street▸Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
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Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
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‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
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City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
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Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
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‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 12 - A 44-year-old woman was struck by a backing SUV on Sands Street in Brooklyn. She was not in the roadway but suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver backed unsafely.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a Station Wagon/SUV backed unsafely on Sands Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time but sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle was traveling south and was backing at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error. The vehicle sustained no damage, and there were no occupants inside. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
10
E-Scooter Driver Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 10 - A 30-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. The scooter was demolished. The driver was semiconscious with a concussion. The sedan had front-left damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, was making a left turn when the sedan, traveling east, struck him with its left front bumper. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists driver errors including "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The e-scooter was demolished on impact. The injured man was semiconscious at the scene. No helmet use was noted as a contributing factor.
8
Chassis Cab Strikes Cyclist on Navy Street▸Mar 8 - A woman turned left on her bike. A chassis cab hit her with its right front. She flew. Blood poured from her leg. She stayed awake. The truck rolled on, unmarked. Her knee did not.
A 40-year-old woman riding a bike was struck by a chassis cab on Navy Street near Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when the truck hit her with its right front quarter panel. She was ejected from her bike, suffering severe bleeding and injury to her knee and lower leg, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The truck showed no damage. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was caused by driver inattention.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Street▸Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
8
Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
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‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
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Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
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‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 10 - A 30-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a sedan on Atlantic Avenue. The scooter was demolished. The driver was semiconscious with a concussion. The sedan had front-left damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old man, was making a left turn when the sedan, traveling east, struck him with its left front bumper. The e-scooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists driver errors including "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The e-scooter driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The e-scooter was demolished on impact. The injured man was semiconscious at the scene. No helmet use was noted as a contributing factor.
8
Chassis Cab Strikes Cyclist on Navy Street▸Mar 8 - A woman turned left on her bike. A chassis cab hit her with its right front. She flew. Blood poured from her leg. She stayed awake. The truck rolled on, unmarked. Her knee did not.
A 40-year-old woman riding a bike was struck by a chassis cab on Navy Street near Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when the truck hit her with its right front quarter panel. She was ejected from her bike, suffering severe bleeding and injury to her knee and lower leg, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The truck showed no damage. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was caused by driver inattention.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Street▸Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
8
Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
-
‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 8 - A woman turned left on her bike. A chassis cab hit her with its right front. She flew. Blood poured from her leg. She stayed awake. The truck rolled on, unmarked. Her knee did not.
A 40-year-old woman riding a bike was struck by a chassis cab on Navy Street near Nassau Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when the truck hit her with its right front quarter panel. She was ejected from her bike, suffering severe bleeding and injury to her knee and lower leg, but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The truck showed no damage. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash was caused by driver inattention.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Brooklyn Street▸Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
8
Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
-
‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 8 - A 40-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on Adams Street in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened in the afternoon. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adams Street in Brooklyn involving a 2021 SUV and a 2015 sedan, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's center back end. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash.
8
Gounardes Praises Police Response Supporting Traffic Violence Safety▸Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
-
‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 8 - Three Bay Ridge officers got city and state awards for shielding students during a deadly U-Haul rampage. The driver struck eight, killed one. Officers rushed to shelter kids. Politicians praised quick action. Community demanded tougher traffic violence measures and mental health support.
On March 8, 2023, State Senator Andrew Gounardes and Council Member Justin Brannan honored officers from the 68th Precinct for their response to the February U-Haul attack in Bay Ridge. The event, not tied to a specific council bill, recognized police who 'evacuated and sheltered school children' as a driver struck eight pedestrians and killed one. Gounardes said, 'These students, their families and our entire community here in southern Brooklyn will be forever grateful.' Brannan called the response 'a shining example' of local policing. The commendation took place at Bay Ridge Preparatory School. The incident sparked calls for 'enhanced measures against traffic violence' and more mental health resources at a vigil for the victims. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the focus remained on protecting vulnerable road users and preventing future harm.
- ‘Heroic’ Bay Ridge officers honored for protecting students during U-Haul attack, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-03-08
7
Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Flatbush▸Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 7 - A sedan struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Flatbush Avenue. The driver of the stopped car suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver was injured when a sedan traveling north on Flatbush Avenue rear-ended her stopped vehicle. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The striking vehicle, driven by a licensed male driver, hit the center front end of the stopped sedan, which sustained damage to its center back end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
4
Gounardes Supports BQE Lane Reduction for Cleaner Safer Streets▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
- THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-03-04
4
Simon Supports Safety Boosting BQE Lane Reduction Plan▸Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 4 - Brooklyn power players met behind closed doors. They fought to keep the BQE wide and fast. Former party boss Frank Seddio led the charge. Some officials want fewer lanes for cleaner air and safer streets. City Hall claims neutrality. The debate rages on.
On March 4, 2023, a closed-door City Hall meeting gathered Brooklyn political figures to debate the future of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The event, organized by Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, focused on whether to reduce the BQE from three lanes to two. Former Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Frank Seddio opposed the lane reduction, urging allies to resist the change. The meeting excluded some officials who support shrinking the highway, such as Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who cite environmental and community health concerns. Council Member Lincoln Restler criticized the city for favoring a three-lane solution and sidelining affected communities. City Hall denied taking a side, stating, 'the decision would be based on a DOT traffic study.' No formal council bill or vote was recorded, and no safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
- THE POWER BROKERS: Brooklyn Machine Fights Smaller BQE at Closed-Door City Hall Meeting, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-03-04
3
Gounardes Opposes Harmful BQE Three Lane Expansion▸Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
-
City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 3 - City Hall floats three-lane BQE. Electeds push back. Two lanes, they say, or fewer. Advocates want transit, not more highway. Officials call City Hall’s claims false. The fight is sharp. Vulnerable road users watch as cars and trucks rule the debate.
On March 3, 2023, City Hall reignited debate over the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) lane count. Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi claimed some locals want three lanes each way, but 17 elected officials, including State Sen. Julia Salazar, Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, and Council Member Lincoln Restler, publicly rejected the idea. Salazar said, 'no to three lanes. Two lanes at most.' Gounardes confirmed, 'all support a two-lane highway.' Gallagher wrote, '2 lanes if any.' Restler called City Hall’s statements 'plainly inaccurate.' The Department of Transportation delayed environmental review to study both options. Advocates and officials urge investment in mass transit, not highway expansion. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city weighs more lanes for cars and trucks.
- City Hall: We Hear that People Want to Keep Three-Lane BQE (Really?!), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-03-03
3
Gounardes Opposes State Underfunding and NYC MTA Burden▸Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
-
Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mar 3 - Governor Hochul’s budget dodges state duty. City pays more, gets less. Riders face fare hikes, no better service. State hoards surplus, starves transit. Lawmakers protest. Suburbs dodge taxes. The city shoulders the load. Riders pay the price. Streets stay dangerous.
Governor Hochul’s 2023 state budget proposal, analyzed March 3, 2023, keeps New York State’s long-running refusal to match MTA funding under law 18-b. The budget, now under legislative review, forces New York City to cover a $500 million gap, while the state sits on an $8.7 billion surplus. The matter: 'Hochul's budget not only asks city residents to cover the largest chunk of the MTA's budget gap, but does so in part by continuing long-running practices that essentially under-fund the MTA by millions of dollars each year.' Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas and State Sen. Andrew Gounardes both object, demanding the state honor its legal obligations. Riders Alliance and Reinvent Albany condemn the austerity. With fare hikes looming and no service improvements, city transit riders—often pedestrians and cyclists—bear the brunt. The budget leaves vulnerable road users exposed, as transit stagnates and car dominance persists.
- Analysis: Hochul Turns Her Back on Transit Riders With Her MTA Budget, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-03-03
27
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Tillary Street▸Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 27 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street. The trailing driver hit the lead vehicle’s rear center. The driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles traveled eastbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles traveling east on Tillary Street collided when the trailing SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 39-year-old man, sustained head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the trailing driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused damage to the rear of the lead vehicle and the front bumper of the trailing vehicle.
26
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue▸Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
-
File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 26 - A sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old male driver suffered a back contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured when his 2020 Honda sedan struck the center back end of a vehicle while stopped in traffic on Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. The driver sustained a back contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved. The crash occurred at 8:50 p.m. The report does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Box Truck Injuring Passenger▸Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
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‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 24 - A sedan struck the left rear of a parked box truck on York Street. The impact injured an 84-year-old female passenger in the sedan. She suffered neck whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked box truck. The crash injured an 84-year-old female occupant in the sedan, who suffered neck whiplash. She was conscious and secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain control or proper attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The box truck was unoccupied and stationary at the time of impact.
21
Gounardes Calls for Safer Streets and Mental Health Support▸Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
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‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 21 - A father killed. Seven hurt. A U-Haul rampage tore through Bay Ridge. Neighbors gathered by candlelight. Officials called for safer streets and mental health care. The city mourned. The danger remains. Vision Zero is still just a promise.
On February 21, 2023, Bay Ridge held a vigil after a deadly U-Haul attack killed YiJie Ye, a delivery driver and father, and injured seven others. The event was not a council bill but a public response to traffic violence. State Senator Andrew Gounardes, mentioned in the event, spoke of the need for government action to make streets safer, saying, 'There’s work to do on every level of government to make the streets safer.' Mayor Eric Adams emphasized Vision Zero and the need for mental health resources, stating, 'Vision Zero [should be] an actualization as we make our streets safe.' Steve Mei, of the Chinese-American Planning Council, called for more city-funded mental health services, especially for seniors. The vigil underscored the community’s grief and the urgent need for systemic change to protect vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.
- ‘He came here because of his three children’: Bay Ridge community honors victim of U-Haul attack at candlelit vigil, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-02-21
21A 4637
Simon co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
- File A 4637, Open States, Published 2023-02-21
20
Bicyclist Injured in Brooklyn Sedan Collision▸Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 20 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Hoyt Street in Brooklyn after colliding with a sedan. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision involving a sedan on Hoyt Street, Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash involved a sedan traveling west that struck the bicyclist, causing damage to the vehicle's front end. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the bicyclist, focusing instead on the driver's failure to obey traffic controls and maintain attention.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jay Street▸Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 19 - Two vehicles crashed head-to-head on Jay Street late at night. A 23-year-old male sedan driver suffered knee and foot injuries and a concussion. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver of a 2016 sedan was injured in a collision with a 2020 SUV on Jay Street. The sedan driver suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was diagnosed with a concussion. Both vehicles were traveling north and collided at their front quarter panels. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
17
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Flatbush Avenue Injuring Passenger▸Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
14
Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 17 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue Extension. Rear-end impact. A 67-year-old woman in the back seat was hurt. Driver inattention caused the crash. She suffered back injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling straight on Flatbush Avenue Extension collided when one struck the rear of the other. The impact hit the center back end of the lead vehicle and the right rear bumper of the striking SUV. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear seat was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The crash caused injuries but no ejection or loss of consciousness.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike Turning Left Flatbush▸Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.
Feb 14 - A sedan struck an e-bike making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The e-bike rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Flatbush Avenue collided with an e-bike making a left turn northwest. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan's right front bumper struck the right side doors of the e-bike. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the turning e-bike. The e-bike rider held a permit license and was the sole occupant. The sedan driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other contributing factors were specified.