Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in University Heights (North)-Fordham?
Hit, Run, Forgotten: Bronx Streets Bleed While City Stalls
University Heights (North)-Fordham: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Deaths That Don’t Make Headlines
A man waits in the dark on the Major Deegan. His car won’t start. He calls friends for help. A Mercedes slams into him from behind. The driver runs. The man, Darryl Mathis Jr., calls again. “I can’t breathe,” he says. His friends call the ambulance. He dies at St. Barnabas Hospital. The driver is gone. “He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run. They were on their way to come give him a jump and he got hit waiting for them. And then he called to let them know, I’ve been hit. I can’t breathe.”
He is not the only one. In the last twelve months, two people have died and 254 have been injured in crashes here. One was a 65-year-old man, struck and killed by a van while crossing with the signal. A child, just four, died after being ejected in a moped crash. The numbers are cold. The pain is not.
The Slow Grind of Policy
Crashes keep coming. In the past year, there were 369 crashes in University Heights (North)-Fordham. One person suffered a serious injury. The rest were luckier, or not. The city says it is working. The mayor calls traffic violence a crime. The police say they are visible. But the street does not care about words. It cares about speed, steel, and flesh.
Local leaders have tools. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. Cameras can catch speeders day and night. But change is slow. The law is on the books, but the street is not yet safer. “NYPD officers will be highly visible on New York City roadways… to deter unsafe driving and, when necessary, to take appropriate enforcement action,” said Police Commissioner Edward Caban. But the dead do not see police lights.
The Work Left to Do
Every crash is preventable. Lower the speed. Harden the crossings. Build the lanes. Hold drivers accountable. The city has the power. The council has the vote. The mayor has the pen. The only thing missing is the will.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit and real protection for people on foot and bike. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. The street will not wait. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Hit-And-Run Kills Driver On Deegan, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-24
- Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-24
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4530824 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- Hit-And-Run Kills Driver On Deegan, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-24
- Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-22
- Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan, ABC7, Published 2025-03-22
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Traffic Safety Timeline for University Heights (North)-Fordham
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Teen Pedestrian Struck During Bronx U-Turn▸A 16-year-old girl crossing with the signal was hit by a driver making a U-turn on West Kingsbridge Road. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The car was undamaged.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West Kingsbridge Road at University Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, making a U-turn, struck her with the right rear bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Left Side of Turning Vehicle▸A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Teen Pedestrian Struck During Bronx U-Turn▸A 16-year-old girl crossing with the signal was hit by a driver making a U-turn on West Kingsbridge Road. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The car was undamaged.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West Kingsbridge Road at University Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, making a U-turn, struck her with the right rear bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Left Side of Turning Vehicle▸A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Teen Pedestrian Struck During Bronx U-Turn▸A 16-year-old girl crossing with the signal was hit by a driver making a U-turn on West Kingsbridge Road. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The car was undamaged.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West Kingsbridge Road at University Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, making a U-turn, struck her with the right rear bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Left Side of Turning Vehicle▸A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
Teen Pedestrian Struck During Bronx U-Turn▸A 16-year-old girl crossing with the signal was hit by a driver making a U-turn on West Kingsbridge Road. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The car was undamaged.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West Kingsbridge Road at University Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, making a U-turn, struck her with the right rear bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Left Side of Turning Vehicle▸A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
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Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A 16-year-old girl crossing with the signal was hit by a driver making a U-turn on West Kingsbridge Road. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The car was undamaged.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West Kingsbridge Road at University Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, making a U-turn, struck her with the right rear bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Left Side of Turning Vehicle▸A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
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Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A sedan traveling east hit the left side of a southbound vehicle making a left turn on West Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, suffered a head contusion and shock. Air bag deployed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West Fordham Road struck the left side doors of a southbound vehicle making a left turn near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 37-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion and experienced shock. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle.
Moped Hits Parked Sedan on West Fordham Road▸A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A moped struck a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, unlicensed, suffered bruises and an arm injury. The sedan was damaged on its left side. No ejections occurred. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with a parked sedan on West Fordham Road. The moped driver, a 38-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors. The moped driver was unlicensed, which is noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.
E-Bike Strikes 7-Year-Old Pedestrian Bronx▸A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A 7-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike at a Bronx intersection. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The child was conscious and injured in the roadway.
According to the police report, a male e-bike rider traveling east struck a 7-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection on West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured while crossing the road. The driver held a permit license from New York. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
Bike Strikes Pedestrian on East Kingsbridge Road▸A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A 56-year-old man was hit by a bike on East Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a bike traveling south on East Kingsbridge Road struck a 56-year-old pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The bike showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious but non-fatal injuries. The cyclist was the sole vehicle involved, going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Sedan U-Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
-
Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A sedan making a U-turn struck an e-bike traveling north on University Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike’s left rear passenger was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on University Avenue made a U-turn and collided with an e-bike going straight north. The impact occurred on the sedan’s front center and the e-bike’s left side doors. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The police identified driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The injured passenger was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers and failure to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV Crashes Into Parked Vehicles in Bronx▸A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
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Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A 45-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel. His SUV struck two parked vehicles on West Kingsbridge Road. The driver was injured and unconscious at the scene. Damage hit the right front and left side of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver traveling west on West Kingsbridge Road lost consciousness while driving a 2020 Ford SUV. The vehicle collided with two parked vehicles, a 2019 Nissan SUV and a 2017 Ford truck, damaging their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The driver was injured and found unconscious but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of other driver errors or victim fault. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash.
Sanchez Highlights Carless Majority Supporting Fordham Road Busway▸Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
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Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
-
DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
-
Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden fight bus lane upgrades on Fordham Road. They claim to support transit but lobby against changes that would speed buses for 85,000 riders. Most locals walk or ride. Advocates call out hypocrisy. Powerful voices stall safer streets.
On June 9, 2023, Bronx institutions—the Zoo and the Botanical Garden—joined others to oppose the Department of Transportation’s Fordham Road busway plan. The matter: 'Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez noted 70 percent of her district’s residents lack cars. The institutions sent a private letter to Mayor Adams, urging him to block all bus improvements. Riders Alliance and local residents accused them of hypocrisy, citing their public support for transit and environmental causes. The Botanical Garden’s representative demanded an Environmental Impact Statement, citing fears of more car traffic and pollution. Surveys show most Fordham Road shoppers walk or use transit. The opposition delays upgrades that would protect pedestrians and speed up commutes for thousands.
- Bus Advocates Target Anti-Busway ‘Hypocrites’ at Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-09
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
-
DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
-
Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08
Pierina Sanchez Opposes Offset Bus Lanes Over Safety Concerns▸DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
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DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
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Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
DOT scrapped the Fordham Road busway. Bowed to business and institutional pressure. Riders lose. Offset bus lanes will replace the plan. Bus speeds will rise less. Bronx transit users, mostly car-free, get crumbs. Political muscle wins. Streets stay dangerous.
On June 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) canceled the Fordham Road busway plan, citing 'community concerns.' The matter, discussed with the community advisory board on May 31, shifted focus to extending offset bus lanes instead. Council Member Pierina Sanchez, representing Kingsbridge, criticized the move: "My concern with the offset bus lane is that we're not going to see significant improvements." DOT's own studies showed a busway would have improved speeds by 30 percent, but the agency predicts only a 20 percent gain with the new plan. The decision followed lobbying from business groups and institutions, despite surveys showing most Bronx residents rely on transit. Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein called the cancellation a disservice to bus riders. The change leaves 85,000 daily commuters with slower buses and no real safety or speed gains.
- DOT Nixes Fordham Road Busway Due To ‘Community Concerns’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
Tapia Backs Safety Boosting Sammy's Law for NYC▸Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
-
Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Mothers starve for Sammy’s Law. Hochul offers sympathy, not action. Heastie keeps the bill off the floor. The law would let New York City lower speed limits. Assembly support grows. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay deadly. Lawmakers stall. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, stalled in the New York State Assembly, would let New York City set speed limits below 25 mph. On June 7, 2023, Governor Hochul expressed sympathy for hunger-striking mothers but refused to pressure Speaker Carl Heastie, who blocks the bill from a vote. The bill passed the Senate and has City Council and mayoral support. The matter summary: 'Hochul has previously expressed support for Sammy's Law, which would allow New York City to set its speed limits below 25 miles per hour.' Amy Cohen, a mother and advocate, demanded action, showing Heastie photos of victims. Seven new Assembly members, including Yudelka Tapia, Al Taylor, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, and Brian Cunningham, now back the bill, giving it majority support among NYC Assembly members. Still, the Speaker’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users exposed to speeding drivers and systemic danger.
- Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Alvarez votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Jackson votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
-
File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06
A 7043Tapia votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
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File A 7043,
Open States,
Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.
Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.
- File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06
Inexperienced Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On Bronx▸A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.
A car hit a man head-on at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North. His head split. Blood pooled by the curb. He tried to speak but could not. The driver was new. The night stayed silent.
A 41-year-old pedestrian was struck head-on by a vehicle at West Fordham Road and Loring Place North in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'The driver was new behind the wheel.' The man suffered severe head lacerations and was left incoherent at the scene. The only contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inexperience.' The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the data. The crash left the pedestrian gravely injured, with blood pooling by the curb.