Feb 28 - Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.

Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.

• File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 21 - A sedan backing from parking struck a southbound bicyclist on Avenue C. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause. The bicyclist remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:30 AM on Avenue C in Manhattan. A 2021 Honda sedan was starting from a parking position when it collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious throughout. The report attributes the collision primarily to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' There were no additional contributing factors listed for the bicyclist, and the cyclist was not ejected from the bike. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711082 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 20 - At a Manhattan forum, MTA officials defended congestion pricing. Council Member Marte and Assembly Member Glick pressed for answers. Residents doubted government motives. The toll’s impact on traffic, revenue, and safety hung in the air. No easy answers. Streets stay dangerous.

On February 20, 2024, a public forum at Borough of Manhattan Community College brought congestion pricing to the front lines. The event, covered by Charles Komanoff, featured MTA specialists Julia Kite-Laidlaw and Daniel Randell, with State Senator Brian Kavanagh moderating. Council Member Christopher Marte questioned the zone’s boundaries. Assembly Member Deborah Glick demanded action on toll theft. The MTA repeated the need for revenue and warned that exemptions would push more traffic into environmental-justice neighborhoods. The forum’s matter title: 'What Was Left Unsaid to Congestion Pricing Opponents.' The debate exposed deep mistrust and skepticism about government promises. No direct safety analysis was provided, but the stakes for vulnerable road users—pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders—remain high as congestion pricing inches forward.

• Komanoff: What Was Left Unsaid to Congestion Pricing Opponents, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-02-20

Feb 20 - At a Manhattan forum, MTA officials defended congestion pricing. Council Member Marte and Assembly Member Glick pressed for answers. Residents doubted government motives. The toll’s impact on traffic, revenue, and safety hung in the air. No easy answers. Streets stay dangerous.

On February 20, 2024, a public forum at Borough of Manhattan Community College brought congestion pricing to the front lines. The event, covered by Charles Komanoff, featured MTA specialists Julia Kite-Laidlaw and Daniel Randell, with State Senator Brian Kavanagh moderating. Council Member Christopher Marte questioned the zone’s boundaries. Assembly Member Deborah Glick demanded action on toll theft. The MTA repeated the need for revenue and warned that exemptions would push more traffic into environmental-justice neighborhoods. The forum’s matter title: 'What Was Left Unsaid to Congestion Pricing Opponents.' The debate exposed deep mistrust and skepticism about government promises. No direct safety analysis was provided, but the stakes for vulnerable road users—pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders—remain high as congestion pricing inches forward.

• Komanoff: What Was Left Unsaid to Congestion Pricing Opponents, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-02-20

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 9 - Unlicensed motorcycle driver cut lanes on East 9 Street, hit a parked postal van. Rider took a blow to the face, left concussed and in shock. The van stood untouched. Unsafe lane change led to pain.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male riding a motorcycle crashed into a parked postal van on East 9 Street in Manhattan at 2:00 PM. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed and changed lanes unsafely before striking the van. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged; the postal van was not. The rider wore a helmet, was not ejected, but suffered a concussion and facial injuries, and was left in shock. No errors or actions by the postal van are noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702071 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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 bill targets cars blocking bike lanes, bus lanes, sidewalks, and hydrants near schools. Civilian complaints trigger fines. Streets clear, danger cut. Council moves to protect the vulnerable.

Int 0080-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 8, 2024, the bill creates a $175 penalty for vehicles blocking bike lanes, bus lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, or hydrants within 2,640 feet of schools. The Department of Transportation must set up a civilian reporting program. If a civilian complaint leads to a fine, the complainant gets 25 percent of proceeds. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to hazardous obstruction by vehicles and civilian complaints.' Council Member Carlina Rivera leads, joined by Restler, Ayala, Joseph, Menin, and others. The bill aims to keep paths clear for those most at risk.

• File Int 0080-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Feb 5 - A tow truck swung left on Avenue C. The front end hit a 67-year-old woman standing in the roadway. Her head took the blow. She died beneath the streetlights, another life ended by steel and speed.

According to the police report, a tow truck traveling south on Avenue C turned left onto East 10th Street. During this maneuver, the front of the truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was standing in the roadway at the intersection. The report states, 'The front of the truck struck her. Her head took the blow. She died there, beneath the streetlights and steel.' The pedestrian was killed on impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian, providing no further detail about specific errors or circumstances. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Dodge tow truck. The narrative centers on the lethal consequences of a left turn at a city intersection, with the pedestrian's presence in the roadway noted but not cited as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700486 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 4 - SUV reversed unsafely on Avenue C. It struck a stopped sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 65-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Impact damaged both vehicles. Driver error in dense Manhattan traffic.

According to the police report, a 2012 Toyota SUV backed into a 2013 Honda sedan stopped in traffic on Avenue C in Manhattan at 19:24. The SUV’s unsafe backing caused a rear-end collision, striking the sedan’s center front end. The sedan’s driver, a 65-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the SUV operator. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No contributing factors are listed for the sedan driver. The crash highlights the risk of improper maneuvers in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702066 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 3 - A 24-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries when an SUV made an improper U-turn. The collision demolished the bike’s right side. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning as key factors in the crash on Avenue A.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 2:30 AM on Avenue A. A 24-year-old male bicyclist, wearing a helmet, was traveling northbound when a 2021 Chevrolet SUV, also heading north, made an improper U-turn. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the bicyclist’s right side doors, demolishing the bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained head injuries with abrasions, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites "Turning Improperly" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors from the SUV driver. The bicyclist’s helmet use is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and execute a lawful turn created the conditions for this violent collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 27 - A moped traveling west on East 3 Street hit an 18-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision at the intersection.

According to the police report, a moped traveling westbound on East 3 Street struck an 18-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street with the signal. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head injury and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the moped driver's failure to yield. The incident occurred at an intersection near Avenue A in Manhattan's 10009 zip code.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699213 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 13 - A 23-year-old woman was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a sedan making a left turn struck her. The impact caused contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield and inattention as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, at 3:47 AM in Manhattan near 1 Avenue and 134th Street, a sedan traveling northeast made a left turn and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper, with vehicle damage noted on the left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors, placing full focus on driver error and systemic danger at this intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697727 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 31 - Council calls for state action on Sammy’s Law and SAFE Streets Act. The bills would let New York City lower speed limits and give crash victims new rights. Lawmakers push to curb deadly driving and protect those on foot and bike.

Resolution 0549-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass S.2422 ('Sammy’s Law') and A.1901, part of the SAFE Streets Act. The resolution, introduced April 11, 2023, and filed December 31, 2023, calls for 'allowing New York City to establish a lower speed limit, and enacting a crash victims bill of rights.' Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led sponsorship, joined by Gutiérrez, Restler, and others. The package aims to cut speeds, redesign streets, and support crash victims. It would let the city set safer limits, require safe passing for cyclists, and mandate complete street design. The council’s action spotlights the urgent need to protect people walking, biking, and riding in New York.

• File Res 0549-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-12-31

Dec 31 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.

Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.

• File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-12-31

Dec 29 - Assembly bill A 8423 orders complete street design on all DOT projects with state or federal cash. Lawmakers push for safer roads. No loopholes. No half-measures. Streets must serve all, not just cars.

Assembly bill A 8423, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. The bill requires 'inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.' Dana Levenberg leads as primary sponsor, joined by Patricia Fahy, MaryJane Shimsky, Harvey Epstein, Fred Thiele, Albert A. Stirpe, Jonathan Jacobson, Keith Brown, David McDonough, and Chris Burdick. The measure aims to force every qualifying project to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders—not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 8423, Open States, Published 2023-12-29

Dec 14 - A taxi struck a 47-year-old male bicyclist on East 14th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was distracted. The bike sustained front-end damage; the taxi showed no damage.

According to the police report, a taxi and a bicycle collided on East 14th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and the vehicle showed no damage, while the bicycle suffered front-end damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688632 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 10 - A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on Cooper Square. The cyclist suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash. The taxi’s right side doors were damaged on impact.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Cooper Square made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling south. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors at the point of impact. The driver of the taxi was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the report. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea following the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686174 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 4 - A 73-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 3rd Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head abrasion. The crash happened away from an intersection. Driver actions and vehicle details are unknown.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 3rd Street in Manhattan, away from an intersection. She sustained a head abrasion. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. Vehicle and driver details are not specified. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or signal when struck. No helmet or signaling factors are mentioned. The case underscores the risks pedestrians face even outside marked crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 2 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both the SUV and bike were making right turns eastbound on East 12 Street in Manhattan. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm after colliding with a 2023 Volvo SUV. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound on East 12 Street and making right turns when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the bike's right side doors. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The bicyclist was conscious and injured but no helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684619 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19