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A sedan making a left turn struck a 60-year-old woman crossing West 31st at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 31st Street was making a left turn when it struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The impact occurred at the center front end of the vehicle, damaging the right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice for emphasis. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian behavior or safety equipment were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers in busy Brooklyn intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727290 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.

Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.

• File Int 0921-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-23

Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.

Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0875-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-16

A moped carrying two passengers was struck on its left rear bumper during a left turn. The right rear passenger was partially ejected and suffered contusions to the arm. Unsafe speed and improper turning by the other vehicle caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on West 21 Street at 15:05. A moped traveling east with two occupants was hit on its left rear bumper by a vehicle making a left turn southbound. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors by the other vehicle's driver. The right rear passenger, an 18-year-old female, was partially ejected and sustained contusions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and injured but wore no safety equipment. The collision point and vehicle damage confirm the impact location. Driver errors—specifically unsafe speed and improper turning—directly led to the passenger’s injuries. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 37-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision on West 33 Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a Honda SUV and was marked by driver inattention and alcohol involvement. The cyclist suffered contusions and leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:15 AM on West 33 Street in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was riding westbound when he was struck by a Honda SUV traveling in the same direction. The point of impact was the center back end of the bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with alcohol involvement. The bicyclist was also noted to have alcohol involvement. The crash highlights the dangers posed by impaired and distracted driving in Brooklyn streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721920 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate bill S 9162 aims to kill congestion pricing, shake up the MTA board, and order a forensic audit. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers face more danger. Sponsor: Jessica Scarcella-Spanton.

Senate bill S 9162 was introduced on May 2, 2024, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill's title: 'Relates to repealing congestion pricing (Part A); commissioning an independent audit of the metropolitan transportation authority (Part B); and conducting an environmental impact study (Part C).' Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (District 23) is the primary sponsor. The bill would repeal congestion pricing, expand the MTA board, and require a forensic audit. No safety analysis was provided, but repealing congestion pricing keeps traffic thick and streets hostile for New York’s most vulnerable.

• File S 9162, Open States, Published 2024-05-02

An SUV turning left on Neptune Avenue slammed into a southbound car. Three inside the SUV suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Police cite driver distraction. The crash left pain and chaos in Brooklyn’s 47th council district.

According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan SUV making a left turn on Neptune Avenue collided with a southbound vehicle. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the other car. Three people in the SUV—a 49-year-old man and two women, ages 49 and 34—were injured. The driver suffered abdominal and pelvic pain; all three had neck injuries described as whiplash. Each was conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No contributing factors are attributed to the passengers. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction during turning movements in Brooklyn’s 47th council district.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721415 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Assembly bill A 9877 seeks to kill congestion pricing. Sponsors want more MTA board seats and a forensic audit. No mention of safety for people on foot or bike. The car threat grows unchecked.

Assembly bill A 9877 was introduced on April 24, 2024. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to repeal congestion pricing, add a new MTA board seat for each city borough, and force a forensic audit of the MTA. The matter title reads: 'Relates to repealing congestion pricing (Part A); commissioning an independent audit of the metropolitan transportation authority (Part B); and conducting an environmental impact study (Part C).' Assembly Members Michael Tannousis (primary), Mike Reilly, Samuel Pirozzolo, Michael Novakhov, Lester Chang, and Alec Brook-Krasny sponsor the bill. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided. The bill ignores the deadly risk cars pose to New Yorkers outside vehicles.

• File A 9877, Open States, Published 2024-04-24

Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.

Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0856-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

• File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Council bill orders DOT to factor traffic enforcement agents into city safety plans. The move targets deadly streets. Sponsors demand action, not words. Vulnerable New Yorkers wait for safer crossings.

Int 0842-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 18, 2024, the bill amends city law to require the Department of Transportation to consider where traffic enforcement agents are placed when drafting the interagency roadway safety plan. The bill summary states: 'require DOT to specifically consider placement of traffic enforcement agents in certain areas.' Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and Council Members Brannan (primary), Louis, Restler, and the Queens Borough President sponsor the measure. The bill responds to Local Law 12 of 2011, which already mandates a five-year safety plan. Now, the council demands DOT put enforcement on the map, aiming to cut injuries and deaths.

• File Int 0842-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

A sedan driver suffered facial injuries after a crash caused by driver inattention. The collision occurred on West 2 Street, leaving the 56-year-old woman bruised but conscious. Police cite distraction as the primary factor in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 7:40 PM on West 2 Street. The driver, a 56-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her face but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. She was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The vehicle involved was a 2008 Ford sedan traveling south, which sustained damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report, emphasizing the role of driver distraction in causing the crash and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

A taxi struck the rear of a stopped sedan on Neptune Avenue, injuring the sedan driver. The impact caused abdominal and pelvic injuries, leaving the driver in shock. Police cite following too closely and other vehicular errors as contributing factors.

According to the police report, at 13:15 on Neptune Avenue, a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured with abdominal and pelvic trauma and experienced shock. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The taxi driver was also male and licensed in New York. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors to the collision. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the taxi was damaged at its center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors related to maintaining safe distance and vehicle control in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709096 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 28-year-old man suffered a fractured arm after a BMW sedan struck him while he emerged from behind a parked vehicle at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, hitting the pedestrian with the right front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn around 2:15 p.m. A 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a BMW sedan traveling westbound struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle when the collision happened. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. There are no contributing factors listed for the pedestrian. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban settings, especially where pedestrians enter traffic from behind parked vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council aims to ban moving billboards. These rolling ads distract drivers. The bill locks in an existing rule. Streets need fewer distractions. Safety for walkers and riders comes first.

Bill Int 0541-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced March 7, 2024, by Council Members Bottcher (primary), Brannan, Brewer, and Restler, it seeks to ban moving billboards. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to banning moving billboards.' These billboards are already illegal under city rules. The bill would codify 34 RCNY 4-12(j), making the ban law. Bottcher and co-sponsors want to cut visual clutter and driver distraction. The bill was referred to committee on March 7, 2024.

• File Int 0541-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Council bill forces DOT to act fast. Traffic study calls get answers in 60 days. No more endless waits. Streets stay dangerous while requests stall. Delay kills. Action saves.

Int 0542-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, laid over since March 7, 2024. The bill reads: 'requiring that traffic study determinations be issued no later than 60 days from the date a traffic control device is requested by a city council member or community board.' Lincoln Restler leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Brooks-Powers, Vernikov, and Morano. The bill cracks the whip on DOT, ending open-ended delays. Fast answers mean less time waiting for life-saving signals and signs. The city’s slow grind leaves people at risk. This bill demands speed.

• File Int 0542-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Council aims to keep sightseeing buses out of bus lanes during rush. The bill targets morning and evening peaks. Streets clear for city buses, not tourists. Pedestrians and cyclists get a break from double-deckers.

Bill Int 0543-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on March 7, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to restricting the use of bus lanes by sight-seeing buses,' blocks sightseeing buses from bus lanes on weekdays, 7–10 a.m. and 4–7 p.m. Sponsors Lincoln Restler (District 33, primary) and Justin L. Brannan (District 47, co-sponsor) push to keep bus lanes clear for transit. No sightseeing bus stops allowed in bus lanes during these hours. The bill responds to congestion and crowding, giving vulnerable road users more space and fewer blind spots.

• File Int 0543-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.

• File Int 0606-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07