Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Midtown-Times Square?
Midtown Bleeds While City Hall Sleeps
Midtown-Times Square: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt
In Midtown-Times Square, the numbers do not lie. Ten dead. Thirty seriously hurt. Over 1,200 injured since 2022. The toll does not slow. It grinds on, day after day, year after year.
Just last week, a van crashed near 42nd and 10th. Police found 76 propane tanks and 75 gallons of gasoline inside. A woman and a child sat in the parked car the runaway food cart struck. Both went to the hospital. The driver faces charges for reckless endangerment and fire code violations. Firefighters forced entry into the van, removing 76 20-pound propane cylinders and 15 five-gallon fuel containers, the report said. The street could have gone up in flames.
A day later, a city worker fixing a street sign was slashed by a cyclist after a near-miss. The DOT called it an “abhorrent assault of a NYC DOT employee who performs critical work to keep our city moving”. The worker bled in the street. The assailant fled. No arrests.
The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, and the Rest
SUVs and cars did the worst. Four killed by SUVs. One by a bus. One by a taxi. The rest by bikes, mopeds, and trucks. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not. Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt.
Leadership: Votes, Delays, and the Cost of Waiting
Local leaders have acted. Assembly Member Tony Simone and Senator Liz Krueger both voted to extend school speed zones and back speed cameras. Krueger voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed limiters. But the city still waits for a default 20 mph speed limit. Council Member Keith Powers called for using idle congestion pricing cameras for enforcement, but the equipment sits unused. The city moves slow. The street moves fast.
The Call
Every day of delay is another day of blood. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph citywide speed limit. Demand action against repeat speeders. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Midtown-Times Square sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Midtown-Times Square?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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▸ How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Midtown-Times Square since 2022?
▸ What recent actions have local leaders taken?
Citations
▸ Citations
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown, amny, Published 2025-07-17
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719883 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-17
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-17
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
- $500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure, nypost.com, Published 2024-06-08
Other Representatives
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Room 326, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 4
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
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212-788-7393
District 28
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Midtown-Times Square Midtown-Times Square sits in Manhattan, Precinct 18, District 4, AD 75, SD 28, Manhattan CB5.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Midtown-Times Square
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on West 39th Street▸A sedan struck a bicyclist on West 39th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The crash involved limited driver visibility and occurred with the sedan parked and the bike traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 39th Street involving a 2022 Honda sedan and a 42-year-old male bicyclist. The sedan was parked when the crash happened, impacting the left side doors. The bicyclist, traveling westbound, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributing to the crash, indicating driver error related to limited visibility. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the obstructed view likely prevented avoiding the collision. The incident highlights systemic dangers posed by limited visibility in urban traffic environments.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Avenue of Americas▸A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist making a right turn on Avenue of the Americas. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head contusion but was conscious. Driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, at 2:30 AM on Avenue of the Americas near West 54th Street in Manhattan, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling north struck a 38-year-old female bicyclist who was making a right turn. The impact occurred at the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Pedestrian Injured by Northbound Truck on 8th Avenue▸A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
2Armored Truck Collides with SUV on Madison Avenue▸An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Causes Left-Turn Collision▸A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan struck a bicyclist on West 39th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The crash involved limited driver visibility and occurred with the sedan parked and the bike traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 39th Street involving a 2022 Honda sedan and a 42-year-old male bicyclist. The sedan was parked when the crash happened, impacting the left side doors. The bicyclist, traveling westbound, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributing to the crash, indicating driver error related to limited visibility. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the obstructed view likely prevented avoiding the collision. The incident highlights systemic dangers posed by limited visibility in urban traffic environments.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Avenue of Americas▸A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist making a right turn on Avenue of the Americas. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head contusion but was conscious. Driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, at 2:30 AM on Avenue of the Americas near West 54th Street in Manhattan, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling north struck a 38-year-old female bicyclist who was making a right turn. The impact occurred at the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Pedestrian Injured by Northbound Truck on 8th Avenue▸A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
2Armored Truck Collides with SUV on Madison Avenue▸An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Causes Left-Turn Collision▸A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist making a right turn on Avenue of the Americas. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head contusion but was conscious. Driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, at 2:30 AM on Avenue of the Americas near West 54th Street in Manhattan, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling north struck a 38-year-old female bicyclist who was making a right turn. The impact occurred at the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Pedestrian Injured by Northbound Truck on 8th Avenue▸A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
2Armored Truck Collides with SUV on Madison Avenue▸An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Causes Left-Turn Collision▸A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
2Armored Truck Collides with SUV on Madison Avenue▸An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Causes Left-Turn Collision▸A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Causes Left-Turn Collision▸A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan making a left turn struck a box truck going straight on Avenue of the Americas. The sedan’s left side took the impact. An 18-year-old rear passenger suffered bruises and elbow injuries, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:15 on Avenue of the Americas involving a sedan and a box truck. The sedan, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it collided with the box truck traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the truck’s center front end. The report cites driver inexperience as a contributing factor. An 18-year-old male occupant in the sedan’s left rear seat was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers executing left turns in busy traffic.
Krueger Supports New Fee If It Raises Billions▸State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
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NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.
- NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected, gothamist.com, Published 2024-07-02
Krueger Supports Tweaking Congestion Pricing To Maintain Goals▸Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
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MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.
On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.
- MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’, nypost.com, Published 2024-07-02
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on West 40th▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound bicyclist heading straight on West 40th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to the elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention was cited as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:40 AM on West 40th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 2022 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn when it struck a bicyclist traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was ejected from the bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was classified as moderate. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. There were no contributing factors listed for the bicyclist. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.
Scooter Slams Cyclist Head-On in Times Square▸Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Steel struck flesh in the heart of Times Square. A scooter, northbound, collided head-on with a cyclist. Blood pooled on the pavement. The cyclist’s face torn open. Tourists recoiled. The city’s lights flashed, but the street did not yield.
A 24-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a head-on collision with a northbound scooter at 3 Times Square, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered severe facial injuries and heavy bleeding after being struck by the scooter. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for the crash, highlighting a failure in lane discipline by at least one vehicle operator. The narrative describes the moment: 'Face split open. Blood on the pavement. Steel met skin.' The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but places primary emphasis on improper lane usage. The collision left the cyclist conscious but badly hurt, underscoring the dangers vulnerable road users face amid chaotic Midtown traffic.
Tony Simone Backs Safety Boosting Plaza33 Pedestrian Transformation▸City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
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Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
City leaders cut the ribbon on Plaza33. Once a car-choked block, now a pedestrian haven. Trees, tables, and open space replace exhaust and noise. Years of work. A new chapter for Midtown. People walk, sit, and breathe. Cars banished. Safety reclaimed.
On June 27, 2024, city officials and civic leaders marked the completion of Plaza33, a pedestrian plaza on 33rd Street by Penn Station. The event capped years of transformation, turning a block once 'full of cars and trucks' into a car-free space. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Tony Simone, and Council Member Erik Bottcher attended the ribbon-cutting. Levine recalled, 'I remember the battle over transforming this space and all the people who said that it would clog up traffic all over Midtown if we turned this street over to people and here we are and it's gorgeous.' Vornado Realty Trust funded the $65-million project with the Department of Transportation. The plaza, now permanent, offers 16,000 square feet for pedestrians, with trees, seating, and public programming. The change removes cars from a busy Midtown block, giving vulnerable road users safe, open ground.
- Penn Station Block Completes Years-Long Transformation into ‘Plaza33’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-27
Distracted Taxi Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck▸A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A taxi driver in Manhattan rear-ended a box truck while making a left turn. The crash caused injury and shock to the taxi driver, who was restrained by a lap belt. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Avenue of the Americas near West 45 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. A taxi, initially parked, collided with the trailer of a westbound box truck making a left turn. The taxi driver, a 27-year-old male, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock, restrained by a lap belt and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factors for the taxi driver. The box truck driver was also cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's right rear bumper and quarter panel, while the box truck sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi Strikes Bicyclist Entering Parked Spot▸A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a taxi struck him on West 35th Street in Manhattan. The taxi was entering a parked position when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on West 35th Street in Manhattan. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a taxi, driven by a licensed male driver from New York, was entering a parked position and struck the bicyclist on the right side doors. The bicyclist, who was traveling westbound, suffered injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The taxi driver’s maneuver into a parked spot created a hazardous situation leading to the impact. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan involved was parked and sustained damage to its left front bumper but was not a direct factor in the injury.
Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
Bicyclist Severely Injured in Manhattan Collision▸A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 50-year-old female bicyclist suffered severe whole-body injuries and shock after a collision on West 37th Street. The impact involved a Hyundai SUV striking the cyclist’s center front end. The cyclist was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 on West 37th Street in Manhattan involving a female bicyclist and a Hyundai SUV traveling westbound. The bicyclist, traveling southbound, was struck at the center front end of the SUV. The report notes the bicyclist sustained injuries to her entire body with an injury severity rated at 3 and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or the bicyclist, listing the cyclist’s contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight ahead and caused the impact without recorded vehicle damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
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$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Congestion Pricing Paused: $500M Infrastructure Sits Idle, Powers Responds▸Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
-
$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Congestion pricing is on ice. Cameras and sensors gather dust. The MTA’s budget hangs in limbo. Councilman Keith Powers urges repurposing the tech for speed and red-light cameras. No plan emerges. Vulnerable road users wait. Streets stay dangerous. The clock ticks.
On June 8, 2024, New York’s congestion pricing program was paused indefinitely, leaving $500 million in installed infrastructure unused. The matter, titled "$500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure," highlights the lack of contingency plans from the MTA and Governor Hochul. Councilman Keith Powers (District 4), a supporter of congestion pricing, called for repurposing the equipment for red-light, speed, and noise camera enforcement, and tracking vehicles with fake or obscured plates. Critics, including Vito Fosella and Joe Borelli, questioned the process and future use of the equipment. The indefinite pause leaves the MTA’s capital projects unfunded and vulnerable road users exposed, as enforcement tools sit idle and no alternative safety measures are in place.
- $500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure, nypost.com, Published 2024-06-08
S 8607Bores votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07