Concourse Bleeds While City Sleeps—Lower the Speed, Save a Life

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

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

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

A sedan tore down Grand Concourse. The unlicensed driver ran the light, struck a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She died in the street, her body shattered by speed and disregard.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was killed at Grand Concourse and East 164th Street when a sedan, driven by an unlicensed operator, struck her with its left front bumper. The report states the woman was 'crossing with the signal' at the intersection. The driver was traveling at 'unsafe speed' and 'disregarded traffic control,' as cited in the contributing factors. The sedan was heading south and made no attempt to yield. The victim suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body and died at the scene. The police report makes clear the driver’s lack of license and failure to obey traffic signals were central to the deadly impact. The victim’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted only after the driver’s violations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716652 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 64-year-old woman suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a sedan backing northeast on Grand Concourse hit her at the intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and backed unsafely, causing the pedestrian to collapse with pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on Grand Concourse was backing when it struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near East 163 Street. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s errors as 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' identifying these as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The collision’s point of impact was the center back end of the sedan. This incident highlights the dangers posed by unsafe backing maneuvers and failure to yield in urban intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 13-year-old passenger suffered a head contusion in a rear-end crash between two SUVs on the Major Deegan Expressway. The collision involved driver distraction and following too closely, causing injury despite seatbelt use and no ejection.

According to the police report, two SUVs traveling north on the Major Deegan Expressway collided in a rear-end crash at 1:45 a.m. The driver of the striking vehicle was cited for 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' use and 'Following Too Closely,' indicating driver distraction and unsafe distance as primary causes. The struck vehicle, carrying five occupants, sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel and bumper. A 13-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat of the struck vehicle was injured, suffering a head contusion. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights driver error—specifically distracted driving and failure to maintain safe following distance—as the key factors leading to the injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722711 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 78-year-old man suffered neck injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at an intersection in the Bronx. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 166 Street and Sheridan Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2018 Nissan SUV, traveling northwest and making a left turn, struck him with the vehicle's left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and remained conscious after the collision. The SUV showed no vehicle damage. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically failure to yield and distraction, in intersections where pedestrians have the right-of-way.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716549 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 29-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a moped struck her at a Bronx intersection. The rider disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing legally when hit.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on Grand Concourse collided with a 29-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection near East 161 Street in the Bronx around 9:20 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report cites the moped driver's errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the impact. The moped's center front end was the point of impact, indicating a direct collision. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted beyond her lawful crossing. The incident highlights driver failure to obey traffic signals and yield to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713568 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A taxi parked on Exterior Street was struck from behind by a sedan traveling south. The impact injured three passengers in the taxi, causing whiplash and neck injuries. Unsafe speed by the sedan driver contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, at 22:32 on Exterior Street, a sedan traveling south struck a parked taxi from behind. The taxi, a 2015 Acura with three occupants, sustained damage to its center back end, while the sedan had front-end damage. The report cites unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Three passengers in the taxi were injured, all conscious and not ejected. Two 23-year-old female passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash, and a 3-year-old male passenger sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, also complaining of whiplash. The sedan driver’s failure to control speed while approaching a parked vehicle directly caused the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 72-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan on Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.

According to the police report, at 11:22 AM on Morris Avenue in the Bronx, a sedan traveling south struck a 72-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights driver failure to obey traffic controls and yield to pedestrians legally crossing, directly leading to the injury of a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709025 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

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

Council moves to force DOT to post clear bus lane signs on every block. Riders and walkers need to know when cars must stay out. The bill demands public, block-by-block rules. No more guessing. Streets reveal their rules.

Int 0647-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on March 7, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to bus lane restrictions," orders DOT to post signs on each block with bus lane rules and to publish hours online. Sponsors include Althea V. Stevens (primary), Chris Banks, Chi A. Ossé, Nantasha M. Williams, Carmen N. De La Rosa, Amanda Farías, Yusef Salaam, and Kevin C. Riley. The measure aims to end confusion and make bus lane rules plain for all. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0647-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

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

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

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

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

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

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