Bedford Park Bleeds—And City Hall Looks Away

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

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

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

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

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

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

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

Bronx business groups and local institutions want Mayor Adams to stop bus lane improvements on Fordham Road. They claim the changes will hurt traffic and business. Data shows most shoppers arrive by transit, walking, or biking—not by car. The city weighs next steps.

On May 30, 2023, Bronx business leaders and institutions sent a letter opposing the Department of Transportation’s plan to expand bus lanes on Fordham Road. The matter, titled 'Bronx Business Leaders and Local Institutions Want to Halt Bus Fixes on Fordham Rd,' highlights their demand for Mayor Adams to halt improvements meant for 85,000 daily bus riders. The Belmont and Fordham Business Improvement Districts, along with the Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Garden, Fordham University, Monroe College, and St. Barnabas Hospital, argue the changes would 'significantly impact crucial traffic flow' and burden side streets. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera voiced support for transit equity but awaits a traffic study. DOT claims to work with the community. Despite business concerns, advocates and city data show most shoppers use transit, walking, or biking, not cars. Similar fears about bus improvements hurting business have not come true elsewhere.

• Bronx Business Leaders and Local Institutions Want to Halt Bus Fixes on Fordham Rd, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-30

A Jeep SUV struck two boys, ages five and six, crossing East 196 Street with the signal in the Bronx. Both suffered facial injuries. The driver was distracted, causing the crash. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 2007 Jeep SUV was making a right turn on East 196 Street in the Bronx when it struck two young pedestrians, ages five and six, who were crossing with the signal. Both boys sustained facial injuries—contusions and abrasions—and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. The vehicle had no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle eastbound. The children were not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver's failure to maintain attention while turning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633596 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Three occupants suffered head and back injuries. Drivers distracted. One driver unlicensed. Vehicles struck front bumpers and rear ends. Shock and abrasions reported. Crash unfolded at 2:07 a.m.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved three injured occupants: a 28-year-old male driver with head abrasions, a 27-year-old female front passenger with back injuries, and a 3-year-old female rear passenger with whiplash. All occupants were restrained. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both vehicles. One driver was unlicensed. The vehicles impacted at their front bumpers and rear ends. No pedestrians were involved. The crash caused shock and visible injuries but no ejections. The collision highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and distraction, as the primary cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631883 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

A car hit a 17-year-old boy riding his bike near East 198th Street. The front end smashed him. His head was torn. Blood spread on the street. He stayed conscious, half-thrown from the bike. Traffic control was ignored. Doors bent. Flesh cut.

A 17-year-old male bicyclist was struck by a vehicle on Grand Concourse near East 198th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, the crash involved the center front end of a vehicle colliding with the right side doors of the bike. The boy suffered severe head lacerations and was partially ejected, but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'Traffic control ignored.' The listed contributing factor is 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a contributing factor. The data shows a clear failure to obey traffic controls, leading to serious injury for the young cyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630902 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Two SUVs collided on Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx. A 7-year-old boy in the rear left seat of the struck vehicle suffered a facial contusion. The crash involved driver distraction and caused moderate injury to the child passenger.

According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Bainbridge Avenue collided when one vehicle struck the center back end of the other. The driver of the striking SUV was cited for driver inattention or distraction. A 7-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of the struck vehicle sustained a facial contusion and was injured but conscious. The child was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victim or safety equipment. The collision caused center front and center back end damage to the involved SUVs.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4627085 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

A sedan backing northeast on Reservoir Avenue struck two men walking outside an intersection. Both pedestrians suffered bruises and abrasions to limbs. The vehicle hit the right side doors. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on Reservoir Avenue in the Bronx backed unsafely and struck two male pedestrians not at an intersection. Both men, ages 41 and 42, were injured with abrasions and contusions to their limbs, including knee, lower leg, foot, elbow, and hand. The vehicle impacted the right side doors and sustained damage there. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. Both pedestrians were conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the danger of unsafe vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians are present.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

An e-bike and a sedan collided near Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. The 21-year-old e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear panels.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between an e-bike and a sedan on Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. The e-bike driver, a 21-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The e-bike struck the sedan's left rear quarter panel with its right front bumper. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike driver was wearing a helmet. The sedan sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the e-bike's right front bumper was damaged. The e-bike driver was not ejected but was in shock following the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617654 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

A 16-year-old boy on a bike was hit from behind by an SUV on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg abrasions. The crash happened early morning. The driver followed too closely, causing the collision.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on Jerome Avenue was struck from behind by a station wagon/SUV. The cyclist sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as abrasions. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The SUV had no occupants at the time of the crash. The impact occurred at the center back end of the bike. This collision highlights the dangers of tailgating vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4610939 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-02-28

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-02-28