Two riders dead on the parkway. The pattern didn’t start there.

Feb 28 - Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.

Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.

• File Int 0448-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.

Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.

• File Int 0450-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.

Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.

• File Int 0448-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council moves to expand Open Streets on busy holidays. More hours. More car-free blocks. Pedestrians and cyclists get space when crowds surge. Streets shift from traffic to people. Danger drops. The city listens to neighborhoods.

Bill Int 0270-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, it amends city code to require the Department of Transportation to expand Open Streets hours on holidays with heavy foot traffic—Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Halloween, and others. The bill reads: 'special activation of the Open Streets program on certain holidays and time periods with significant pedestrian traffic.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rivera, Brooks-Powers, Louis, Nurse, Ossé, Sanchez, Cabán, Banks, Avilés, Riley, Salaam, Hanif, Feliz, Won, Restler, and Joseph. Community groups can suggest more dates. The city must review all requests under the same standards as regular Open Streets. This bill aims to give people the street when they need it most.

• File Int 0270-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council bill pushes demand-based parking in crowded boroughs. DOT must set rates, tweak with notice. Exempt vehicles dodge new fees. Streets may shift. Pedestrians and cyclists watch the curb.

Int 0474-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Julie Won and co-sponsored by Williams, Restler, Salaam, Bottcher, Riley, Brewer, Farías, and the Brooklyn Borough President. The bill orders DOT to create at least one dynamic parking zone per borough, with rates rising or falling by real-time demand. DOT must set the range before launch and give a week’s notice for changes. Vehicles with special permits stay exempt. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing dynamic parking zones.' No safety analyst has assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.

• File Int 0474-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council wants DOT to study how street design can keep commercial trucks out of residential blocks. The bill sits in committee. Streets should shelter people, not heavy traffic.

Int 0114-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 28, 2024. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to report on 'the utility and feasibility of using street design as a means to limit or reduce the use by commercial vehicles of streets in residential neighborhoods.' Jennifer Gutiérrez leads as primary sponsor, joined by Avilés, the Public Advocate, and others. The bill was referred to committee on the day of introduction. It demands a clear look at how design can push trucks off streets where people walk, bike, and live.

• File Int 0114-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council bill orders DOT to probe crashes. Expands what counts as serious. Sets tight deadlines. Demands detailed reports. Pushes city to face the wreckage, not hide it.

Int 0263-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Lincoln Restler (primary), Joseph, Feliz, Louis, Won, Salaam, Riley, and Banks. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring the department of transportation to investigate vehicle collisions,' expands the definition of serious crashes, forces DOT to start investigations within a week, finish in a month, and publish detailed findings. The bill was referred to committee on the day of introduction. It aims to expose the facts behind every deadly impact, demanding the city account for the toll on streets.

• File Int 0263-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council moves to create a DOT parking squad. The bill targets illegal parking. Sponsors say it will enforce rules. Streets choke on blocked lanes. Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price.

Bill Int 0264-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, it would require the Department of Transportation to form a unit focused on parking violations. The matter title reads: 'Establishment of a parking enforcement unit within the department of transportation.' Lincoln Restler leads as primary sponsor, joined by Crystal Hudson, Erik D. Bottcher, and others. The bill aims to crack down on illegal parking, a known threat to people on foot and bike. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but blocked lanes endanger all who travel outside a car.

• File Int 0264-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council bill orders speed humps on roads beside parks over one acre. DOT can skip spots if safety or rules demand. Law aims to slow cars where families walk, run, and play.

Int 0262-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill reads: “requiring the installation of speed humps on roadways adjacent to any park equal or greater than one acre.” Lincoln Restler leads as primary sponsor, joined by eighteen co-sponsors. The Department of Transportation must install speed humps unless the commissioner finds a risk to safety or a conflict with DOT guidelines. The law would take effect 180 days after passage. The measure targets streets where parks meet traffic, aiming to slow cars and shield people outside vehicles.

• File Int 0262-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 26 - A 17-year-old female pedestrian suffered a fractured hip and upper leg after a collision with a pickup truck at an intersection in the Bronx. The truck was traveling straight ahead. The victim remained conscious despite severe injuries.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Astor Avenue and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her hip and upper leg, classified as a severe injury. The collision involved a 2001 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by a male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact and vehicle damage are listed as 'Other,' and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are unknown, and no contributing factors were assigned to either party. The victim was conscious at the scene. The report highlights the systemic danger posed by motor vehicles to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 13 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13

Feb 8 - Council moves to force brighter sidewalks. Bill orders 500 corridors lit each year. Shadows shrink. Pedestrians gain ground. Committee holds the bill. Streets wait.

Int 0079-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 8, 2024. The bill demands the city install pedestrian lighting in at least 500 commercial corridors per year, aiming for a minimum of 1 footcandle (11 lux) on every sidewalk. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installation of pedestrian lighting fixtures.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Restler, Krishnan, Bottcher, and others. The committee has not yet voted. The bill’s text sets clear targets for coverage and contiguity, but action is stalled. Vulnerable road users remain in the dark until the city acts.

• File Int 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Feb 8 - Council moves to force brighter sidewalks. Bill orders 500 corridors lit each year. Shadows shrink. Pedestrians gain ground. Committee holds the bill. Streets wait.

Int 0079-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 8, 2024. The bill demands the city install pedestrian lighting in at least 500 commercial corridors per year, aiming for a minimum of 1 footcandle (11 lux) on every sidewalk. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installation of pedestrian lighting fixtures.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Restler, Krishnan, Bottcher, and others. The committee has not yet voted. The bill’s text sets clear targets for coverage and contiguity, but action is stalled. Vulnerable road users remain in the dark until the city acts.

• File Int 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Jan 10 - A Toyota slammed into a stopped Fiat on Boston Road near Waring Avenue. Metal crushed flesh. A man’s arm broke. A woman’s back gave way. Both bled, both belted, pain and silence filling the street as help lagged behind.

According to the police report, a Toyota sedan crashed into the rear of a stopped Fiat on Boston Road near Waring Avenue at 8:38 a.m. The report states, 'A Toyota slammed into a stopped Fiat. The man’s arm broke beneath the crush. The woman’s back gave way.' Both occupants of the Fiat, a man and a woman, suffered serious crush injuries—one to the arm, the other to the back. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor in the crash, highlighting the Toyota driver's failure to maintain a safe distance from the stopped vehicle. Both injured persons were wearing lap belts at the time of the collision, as noted in the report. The impact and resulting injuries underscore the dangers posed by driver inattention and tailgating in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694592 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 5 - Council hears from Bronx riders. Four new Metro-North stations promise faster, safer commutes. Councilmembers Marmorato and Farias back the plan. The public weighs in. The city moves closer to breaking car dependence in transit deserts.

On January 5, 2024, the City Council held a public input session on the plan to open four new Metro-North stations in East Bronx. The proposal, nearing the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) certification, aims to serve Co-op City, Morris Park, Parkchester/Van Nest, and Hunts Point. The session, supported by Councilmember Kristy Marmorato (District 13) and Councilmember Amanda Farias, highlighted the need for faster, more reliable transit. Marmorato said, 'the Metro-North will provide an alternative for drivers dealing with congestion pricing, and for those who might be reluctant to take the subway.' Farias called it part of a 'better transit future.' The Department of City Planning updated residents, reflecting ongoing community feedback. The plan has bipartisan support and promises to reshape transit for neighborhoods long underserved by safe, fast options.

• Public input session for new East Bronx Metro-North stations slated for next week, gothamist.com, Published 2024-01-05

Dec 18 - A moped and SUV collided on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The 15-year-old moped passenger was ejected and suffered facial abrasions. Both drivers were distracted. The moped driver was unlicensed. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a moped and a sport utility vehicle on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north with two occupants, including a 15-year-old passenger who was ejected during the crash. The passenger sustained facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, also traveling north, had one licensed driver. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The moped driver was unlicensed. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factors. No safety equipment was noted for the injured passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688421 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 12 - A Nissan sedan hit a young woman crossing White Plains Road. The right front bumper smashed her head. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious. The driver had no license. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield marked the crash.

A Nissan sedan traveling north on White Plains Road struck a 22-year-old woman at the intersection with Allerton Avenue. According to the police report, the right front bumper hit her head, leaving her semiconscious and bleeding heavily. The driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman was crossing against the signal, but the data highlights the driver's failure to yield and lack of a valid license. The car had no visible damage. No mention of helmet or signaling is included in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686532 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 11 - A 27-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Allerton Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Allerton Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions to his hip and upper leg and was conscious after the collision. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the vehicle's left turn maneuver. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing lawfully.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686533 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 23 - Sedan turned left on Bronxwood Avenue. Motorbike struck. Rider bruised hip and leg. Police cite following too closely. Sedan driver unlicensed. No vehicle damage. Streets stay dangerous.

According to the police report, a sedan and a motorbike collided on Bronxwood Avenue in the Bronx. The motorbike driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was unlicensed. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The injured motorbike driver was the only person hurt in this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681546 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 7 - A three-vehicle crash on Adee Avenue in the Bronx injured an 81-year-old front-seat passenger. The collision involved two sedans and a pick-up truck. The passenger suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adee Avenue involving a 2017 Honda sedan, a 2010 Ford pick-up truck, and a 2004 Toyota sedan. The 81-year-old female front-seat passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining facial injuries and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor to the crash. The drivers were licensed and traveling straight or making a right turn before impact. The collision caused damage to the left front bumpers of the sedans and the center front end of the truck. No ejections were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677228 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19