Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills?
Four Dead in Queensbridge—How Many Numbers Before City Hall Wakes Up?
Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Never Stop
In Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills, the road does not forgive. Four people have died here since 2022. One was just last spring—a driver in a taxi, gone in a crash on 36th Avenue. Another, a young man, age 24, lost on 34th Avenue. A motorcyclist, age 37, did not make it home from 40th Avenue. A woman, 37, died on 34th Avenue. The names are not here. The numbers are. Four dead. One serious injury. 559 hurt. injury and fatality data
The pain is not spread evenly. Children, the old, the young, the ones who walk or ride—these are the ones who bleed. In the last year, 156 people were injured in crashes. Seven were under 18. Three were over 75. The street does not care about age.
The Machines That Hit
Cars and SUVs did most of the harm. In the last three years, sedans and SUVs caused 24 moderate injuries to pedestrians. Mopeds and motorcycles hit five. One bus, one bike. The rest is silence.
What Has Changed—And What Hasn’t
The city talks about Vision Zero. They talk about lowering speed limits. They talk about cameras and enforcement. But here, the numbers do not move fast enough. In the last year, injuries fell by 43%. Deaths dropped from one to zero. But the crashes keep coming—110 so far this year. The work is not done.
What You Can Do
The city has the power to lower the speed limit to 20 mph. They have the power to keep speed cameras running. They have the power to build streets that do not kill. But power unused is nothing.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand safer streets. Demand action, not talk. demand action
Do not wait for another name to become a number.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills
Zohran Mamdani Supports Safety Boosting Bike Lane Cameras▸Assemblyman Mamdani and Senator Hoylman push for cameras in 50 protected bike lanes. Drivers who block lanes face $50 fines. DOT backs the plan. Lawmakers say enforcement is needed. Cyclists face danger daily. Cameras promise real consequences for reckless drivers.
Assembly Bill, proposed June 2, 2022, by Zohran Mamdani (District 36) and co-sponsored by Brad Hoylman, seeks to deploy automated enforcement cameras at 50 protected bike lanes. The bill aims to fine drivers $50 for each infraction, targeting those who block or drive in bike lanes. The matter summary states: 'NYC pols propose traffic cameras to deter drivers from using bike lanes.' Mamdani and Hoylman argue that enforcement is critical, with Mamdani stating, 'You consistently see cars driving in the bike lane. We know that these cameras work to deter drivers from breaking the law.' DOT supports the measure, calling it 'life-saving automated enforcement technology.' The bill awaits City Council approval, with Mamdani pledging to advance it through the summer and fall.
-
NYC pols propose traffic cameras to deter drivers from using bike lanes,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-02
S 5602Mamdani votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Mamdani votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
-
Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Assemblyman Mamdani and Senator Hoylman push for cameras in 50 protected bike lanes. Drivers who block lanes face $50 fines. DOT backs the plan. Lawmakers say enforcement is needed. Cyclists face danger daily. Cameras promise real consequences for reckless drivers.
Assembly Bill, proposed June 2, 2022, by Zohran Mamdani (District 36) and co-sponsored by Brad Hoylman, seeks to deploy automated enforcement cameras at 50 protected bike lanes. The bill aims to fine drivers $50 for each infraction, targeting those who block or drive in bike lanes. The matter summary states: 'NYC pols propose traffic cameras to deter drivers from using bike lanes.' Mamdani and Hoylman argue that enforcement is critical, with Mamdani stating, 'You consistently see cars driving in the bike lane. We know that these cameras work to deter drivers from breaking the law.' DOT supports the measure, calling it 'life-saving automated enforcement technology.' The bill awaits City Council approval, with Mamdani pledging to advance it through the summer and fall.
- NYC pols propose traffic cameras to deter drivers from using bike lanes, nypost.com, Published 2022-06-02
S 5602Mamdani votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Mamdani votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
-
Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Mamdani votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
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Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Mamdani votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Mamdani votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
-
Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
-
FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Mamdani votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
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Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 31 Street▸Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
-
Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Two female drivers crashed on 31 Street in Queens. Both suffered injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. Pain and nausea reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Street in Queens involving a 2010 Audi SUV traveling south and a 2020 Hyundai sedan traveling west. Both drivers, women aged 51 and 31, were injured and experienced shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s center front end with its left front bumper. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors: Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. Both drivers complained of pain or nausea and sustained injuries to the entire body and shoulder/upper arm respectively. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and yielding failures in vehicle collisions.
Bus Turns Left, E-Scooter Driver Ejected▸A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
-
Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A bus made a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens. It collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman, was ejected and injured in the knee and lower leg. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2006 Ford bus was making a left turn on Crescent Street in Queens when it struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 44-year-old woman wearing a helmet, was ejected from her vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The bus driver had a valid New York license. Neither vehicle showed damage. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash but sustained moderate injuries. No other contributing factors were specified.
Mamdani Opposes Misguided Gas Tax Holiday Boosting Driving Risks▸Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
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Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Albany slashed the gas tax. Critics say it boosts driving, cuts transit funds, and worsens air. Councilmember Mamdani voted no. Advocates slam the move as reckless. Congestion pricing still waits. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.
On April 8, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a budget bill eliminating New York State’s gas tax. The measure passed quickly, bypassing lengthy review. The bill’s summary: relief from rising fuel prices. Councilmember Zohran Kwame Mamdani voted against it, citing environmental and equity harms: “This subsidizes the fossil fuel industry by $585M... I voted no.” Advocates like Danny Pearlstein (Riders Alliance) and Eric McClure (StreetsPAC) condemned the holiday as bad policy, warning it undercuts transit funding and encourages driving. Kate Slevin (Regional Plan Association) questioned future road repair funding. Meanwhile, congestion pricing—meant to cut traffic and fund transit—remains stalled. The swift gas tax cut, critics say, leaves vulnerable road users exposed to more cars, more danger, and less support.
- Outrage Builds Over ‘Magic Wand’ Gas Tax Holiday as State Studies Congestion Pricing for Years, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-04-08
Pedestrian Injured Crossing 21 Street▸A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A 32-year-old woman was struck while crossing 21 Street. She suffered a neck injury and was semiconscious at the scene. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no signals or crosswalks involved. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 21 Street away from an intersection. She sustained a neck injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type were provided. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not assign fault or blame to the pedestrian.
Woman Found Dead in Crushed Parked Sedan▸A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A Honda sedan sat parked on 34th Avenue. Its front left was crushed. Inside, a 37-year-old woman lay dead. No other car. No skid marks. Just a body, a wrecked shell, and the silence of late morning in Queens.
A 37-year-old woman was found dead inside a parked Honda sedan near 12-20 34th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the car’s front left was crushed. No other vehicles were involved. The report states, 'No skid marks. No other car. Just a body, a crumpled shell.' The woman was the only occupant and driver. The contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Pedestrian Injured at Queens Intersection▸A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A 29-year-old man was struck at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The crash details and driver actions are unspecified. Emergency responders treated the injured pedestrian on site.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 14-01 36 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed. The pedestrian's actions are unknown. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle with no occupants reported. The lack of detailed contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the pedestrian suffered a moderate injury requiring medical attention.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan at Queens Intersection▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV traveling south rear-ended a sedan making a left turn. The impact caused whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles damaged front and rear.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2019 SUV traveling south struck the rear of a 2021 sedan making a left turn. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV sustained neck injuries described as whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's center front end and the sedan's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2E-Bike Passenger, Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A pick-up truck struck an e-bike on 37 Avenue in Queens. Both e-bike occupants were ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The truck hit the bike’s right side doors. Driver distraction was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east collided with an e-bike going south on 37 Avenue in Queens. The truck struck the right side doors of the e-bike. Both the e-bike driver, age 22, and the passenger, age 18, were ejected from the bike. Both suffered fractures and dislocations to limbs. The passenger was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and the e-bike driver was licensed in New York.
Two SUVs Collide on Queens 36 Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Two SUVs crashed at night on Queens’ 36 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles struck each other front-side. The injured driver was belted and not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 36 Avenue in Queens. The female driver of one SUV, aged 53, was injured across her entire body and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided, impacting the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash resulted in damage to the front left and right quarter panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Hits Parked Vehicles▸A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV in Queens fell asleep and crashed into two parked vehicles. She suffered a head injury and concussion but was conscious and restrained. The impact damaged the front and rear ends of the vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in Queens fell asleep while driving northbound in her SUV. She collided with two parked vehicles, striking one at the right rear bumper and the other at the center back end. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the moving SUV and the rear ends of the parked vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
2Sedan Hits Two Pedestrians Crossing 12 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
A sedan making a left turn struck two pedestrians crossing 12 Street. A 15-year-old girl suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. A 6-year-old boy was hurt in the hip and upper leg, both in shock. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Honda sedan traveling west on 12 Street made a left turn and struck two pedestrians. The victims, a 15-year-old female and a 6-year-old male, were crossing outside an intersection—one without a signal, the other in a marked crosswalk. Both sustained injuries: the girl had facial wounds with minor bleeding, and the boy complained of hip and upper leg pain. Both were in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The impact point and vehicle damage were unspecified.
Tiffany Cabán Supports Safety Boosting City Snow Removal Plan▸Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
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FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Council members push for city-run snow clearance. Current law leaves sidewalks and curbs icy, dangerous. Disabled and elderly New Yorkers face blocked crossings. Advocates demand equity. City agencies say they need resources. The fight is for safe, clear passage.
On February 2, 2022, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Council Member Tiffany Cabán called for the City of New York to take over sidewalk and curb snow removal, shifting responsibility from property owners to the Department of Sanitation. The proposal, discussed in Streetsblog NYC, highlights failures in the current system: 'We should have public snow removal from sidewalks. Currently, we are placing undue burdens on pedestrians, especially those who use wheelchairs, canes, or walkers, or who push strollers,' Cabán said. Levine noted, 'This is a serious challenge for disabled and elderly New Yorkers, as well as their caregivers.' Community Board 4 and pedestrian advocates echoed these concerns, citing blocked bus stops and curb ramps. The Department of Sanitation expressed readiness if given more funding. The push aims to end patchwork clearance and protect those most at risk.
- FOR PEDS’ SAKE: City Must Take Over Sidewalk and Curb Clearance, Pols Say, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-02
Two SUVs Collide Head-On in Queens▸Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Two SUVs crashed head-on at 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on 37-07 21 Street in Queens. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. One driver, a 59-year-old man, sustained neck injuries but was not ejected from his vehicle. The police identified driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage, with impact points on the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the collision. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Queens Sedan Collision Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.
Two sedans collided head-on on 36 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered a head injury and whiplash. Driver distraction was a key factor. Airbags deployed. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north and south on 36 Avenue collided head-on. The front passenger, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by airbags and seat belts. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. One driver held a permit, the other was licensed. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was not ejected and was seated in the front seat. The crash occurred near 31 Street in Queens.