Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Canarsie Park & Pier?
No Deaths—Just Broken Bodies. Canarsie Deserves Better.
Canarsie Park & Pier: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
No one died, but nearly 100 people were hurt in the last year alone. In Canarsie Park & Pier, the numbers pile up. In the past twelve months, 97 people were injured in 106 crashes (NYC Open Data). No deaths this year. But pain is not measured only in funerals. It is measured in broken bones, concussions, and the long silence after the crash.
Children are not spared. Ten kids under 18 were hurt in the last year. The oldest victims are not spared either. Nine people aged 65 to 74, and six over 75, were injured. The road does not care about age. It takes what it wants.
Patterns in the Wreckage
The Belt Parkway and Rockaway Parkway see the worst. Crash after crash, the same streets, the same story. Drivers distracted, following too close, failing to yield. Sometimes the cause is as simple as “brakes defective.” Sometimes it is just “inattention.”
No one is immune. Drivers, passengers, pedestrians—all were injured in the last year. But the machines are the same: sedans, SUVs, trucks. No bikes, mopeds, or motorcycles caused serious harm here. The danger comes on four wheels, heavy and fast.
Leadership: Words and Waiting
The city has the power to lower speed limits. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can act. But the limit is not yet lowered. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. The law that keeps them running is up for renewal. Every delay is a risk. Every day without action is another day someone gets hurt.
Local leaders have tools. They have not used them all. The silence is loud. The waiting is deadly. The numbers do not wait.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. The city can lower the speed limit to 20 mph. The state can keep speed cameras on. Local leaders can demand safer streets—not just for drivers, but for everyone who walks, bikes, or waits at the curb.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand action. The next crash is not an accident. It is a choice. Take action now.
Citations
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5827 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234
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▸ Other Geographies
Canarsie Park & Pier Canarsie Park & Pier sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 69, District 46, AD 59, SD 19, Brooklyn CB18.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Canarsie Park & Pier
Int 0606-2024Narcisse co-sponsors e-bike registration bill, reducing overall street safety.▸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
Int 0301-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill boosting pedestrian safety with solar crosswalks.▸Council wants 500 solar-lit crosswalks in five years. Bright signals cut through the dark. The bill demands action and a study. Safety for walkers, not drivers. No more hiding in the shadows.
Int 0301-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to install at least 100 illuminated, solar-powered traffic control devices at crosswalks each year for five years. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law...in relation to the installation of solar-powered crosswalks.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by Menin, Brooks-Powers, Rivera, and others. The bill also requires a study comparing these devices to standard signs. The city must report findings within two years. The goal: more visible crossings, fewer deadly impacts.
-
File Int 0301-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0450-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by expanding community use of outdoor spaces.▸Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.
Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.
-
File Int 0450-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0448-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill creating crossing guard advisory board, no safety impact.▸Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.
Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.
-
File Int 0448-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0346-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill easing jaywalking rules, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
-
File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
-
File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
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
Int 0301-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill boosting pedestrian safety with solar crosswalks.▸Council wants 500 solar-lit crosswalks in five years. Bright signals cut through the dark. The bill demands action and a study. Safety for walkers, not drivers. No more hiding in the shadows.
Int 0301-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to install at least 100 illuminated, solar-powered traffic control devices at crosswalks each year for five years. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law...in relation to the installation of solar-powered crosswalks.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by Menin, Brooks-Powers, Rivera, and others. The bill also requires a study comparing these devices to standard signs. The city must report findings within two years. The goal: more visible crossings, fewer deadly impacts.
-
File Int 0301-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0450-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by expanding community use of outdoor spaces.▸Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.
Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.
-
File Int 0450-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0448-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill creating crossing guard advisory board, no safety impact.▸Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.
Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.
-
File Int 0448-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0346-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill easing jaywalking rules, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
-
File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
-
File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council wants 500 solar-lit crosswalks in five years. Bright signals cut through the dark. The bill demands action and a study. Safety for walkers, not drivers. No more hiding in the shadows.
Int 0301-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to install at least 100 illuminated, solar-powered traffic control devices at crosswalks each year for five years. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law...in relation to the installation of solar-powered crosswalks.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by Menin, Brooks-Powers, Rivera, and others. The bill also requires a study comparing these devices to standard signs. The city must report findings within two years. The goal: more visible crossings, fewer deadly impacts.
- File Int 0301-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0450-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by expanding community use of outdoor spaces.▸Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.
Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.
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File Int 0450-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0448-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill creating crossing guard advisory board, no safety impact.▸Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.
Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.
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File Int 0448-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0346-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill easing jaywalking rules, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.
Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.
- File Int 0450-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0448-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill creating crossing guard advisory board, no safety impact.▸Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.
Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.
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File Int 0448-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0346-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill easing jaywalking rules, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.
Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.
- File Int 0448-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0346-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill easing jaywalking rules, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0179-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill expanding tow pound capacity, boosting street safety.▸Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 0179-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council eyes bigger NYPD tow pounds. Bill demands enough space to haul away law-breaking cars. Public reports would track towing. Committee shelves action. Streets wait.
Int 0179-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, would require the NYPD to run tow pounds with enough capacity to deter illegal driving. The bill, introduced February 28, 2024, and discussed again on April 28, 2025, reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity.' Council Member Kamillah Hanks led as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Farías, Narcisse, Restler, Hudson, Louis, and Holden. The bill also calls for public reports on towing operations. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
- File Int 0179-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse co-sponsors bill reducing bus lane fines, decreasing street safety.▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
- File Int 0339-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0143-2024Narcisse co-sponsors hit-and-run reward bill with no direct safety impact.▸Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
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File Int 0143-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council bill would pay up to $1,000 for tips that help catch hit-and-run drivers who injure or kill. Police and city workers are barred from rewards. The measure targets unsolved crashes that leave victims behind.
Int 0143-2024, now in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced February 28, 2024. The bill states: 'establishing a reward for individuals who provide information leading to the apprehension, prosecution or conviction of a person who seriously injures or kills another individual in a hit-and-run accident.' Council Member Rita C. Joseph leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brooks-Powers, Narcisse, Vernikov, Louis, Bottcher, Hudson, Gennaro, and Williams. The bill excludes law enforcement and city employees from eligibility. The aim is to mobilize the public to help solve hit-and-run cases, many of which remain unsolved, and bring justice for victims.
- File Int 0143-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0193-2024Narcisse co-sponsors taxi warning decal bill with neutral safety impact.▸Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.
Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Critiques Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticketing Limits▸Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council moves to stop repeat bus lane tickets for the same infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No new shield for people on foot or bike.
Bill Int 0339-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024 by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibiting the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period,' aims to ensure drivers do not receive multiple summonses for a single bus lane violation in a short span. Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill does not address the safety of pedestrians or cyclists. It focuses on ticket fairness, not street danger.
- File Int 0339-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
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File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
- File Int 0339-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
Int 0339-2024Narcisse Opposes Misguided Bus Lane Multiple Ticket Ban▸Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
-
File Int 0339-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Council bill blocks repeat tickets for same bus lane infraction within an hour. Drivers get a break. Streets stay the same. No change for those on foot or bike.
Int 0339-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, the bill would 'prohibit the issuance of multiple bus lane violation tickets for the same infraction within a one hour period.' Narcisse sponsored the measure. The bill aims to stop drivers from getting stacked tickets for a single bus lane offense. There is no evidence this move will help or harm pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers. The danger on streets remains. Enforcement gets softer. Vulnerable road users see no relief.
- File Int 0339-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Persaud votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
SUV Right Turn Hits Pedestrian on Rockaway Parkway▸SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
SUV turned right, struck man crossing with signal. Pedestrian suffered back bruises. Driver turned improperly. Confusion noted. Intersection danger clear.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV on Rockaway Parkway made a right turn and struck a 40-year-old man crossing with the signal at the intersection with Shore Parkway. The SUV's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing back contusions and bruises. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a driver error. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is also cited as a contributing factor, but this does not assign blame to the injured man. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. This crash shows the risk of improper turns at busy crossings.
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
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 2024-01-30
S 6808Persaud votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
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 2024-01-30
4Four Hurt in Belt Parkway Lane Crash▸Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Two sedans collided on Belt Parkway. Four people inside were injured. Head, neck, leg, and body wounds. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Shock and pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Four occupants were injured: a 19-year-old female driver suffered a head injury, while passengers aged 17, 18, and 33 sustained injuries to the body, leg, and neck. All reported shock and pain or minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed. Vehicle damage appeared on both sides, matching lane-change impact. The crash left all victims inside the vehicles, none ejected.
Sedan Hits 69-Year-Old Pedestrian Brooklyn▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Parkway. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact damaged the car’s left side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Rockaway Parkway struck a 69-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel made impact, damaging the left side doors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, resulting in moderate injury to the pedestrian.
Rear Sedan Slams Into Car on Seaview Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.
Two sedans collided on Seaview Avenue. The rear car struck the front. A woman driving the rear sedan suffered a head bruise. Police cite following too closely. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Seaview Avenue in Brooklyn collided when the rear vehicle hit the front vehicle's left rear bumper. The driver of the rear sedan, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and headed straight. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were listed. The impact struck the center back end of the front sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the rear sedan.