Bay Terrace–Clearview: Blood on the Parkways

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.

• File Int 0606-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Feb 28 - Council targets repair shops and rentals clogging city streets with business vehicles. Fines hit hard. Streets clear for people, not profit. Committee weighs next move.

Bill Int 0227-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after its introduction on February 28, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting certain commercial establishments from parking vehicles on city streets,' cracks down on auto shops, rental businesses, and gas stations using public streets for business parking. Council Members Nantasha M. Williams (primary sponsor), Vickie Paladino, Erik D. Bottcher, and Robert F. Holden back the bill. Violators face $250–$400 daily fines and possible impoundment. The law aims to reclaim curb space for the public, not private fleets. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0227-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council wants DOT to check 100 speed camera spots a year for raised speed bumps. If possible, bumps go in within a year. DOT must track and report on driver behavior changes. No delay. No loopholes.

Int 0161-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, by Council Members Louis (primary), Carr, Ung, Holden, Ariola, Paladino, and Morano. The bill orders DOT to assess at least 100 speed camera locations each year for raised speed reducer feasibility. If feasible, DOT must install the bump within a year. The law demands annual reports on these checks and on shifts in dangerous driving at treated sites. The bill summary reads: 'requiring a raised speed reducer feasibility assessment at speed camera locations.' Council aims to force physical changes where cameras alone fail.

• File Int 0161-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

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

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

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

Feb 11 - Two cars collided head-on at speed. Metal screamed. Glass shattered. A 43-year-old man, harnessed in the driver’s seat, gripped his neck, pinned and injured. The crash left silence heavier than the wreckage.

According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. The crash occurred at 17:45. The report describes both vehicles traveling straight ahead before impact. The force of the collision left a 43-year-old male driver pinned in his seat, suffering neck and crush injuries. The narrative details, 'Glass rained. The metal groaned. The silence after was louder than the crash.' The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests victim error. The data underscores the danger of excessive speed and the violent impact it brings to those inside vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701896 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 30 - A BMW SUV changing lanes struck the right rear bumper of a stopped Tesla sedan on Cross Island Parkway. An 86-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Cross Island Parkway when a 2024 BMW SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was changing lanes eastbound and collided with the right rear bumper of a 2021 Tesla sedan stopped in traffic westbound. The impact injured an 86-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the sedan, who sustained a head contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error on the SUV operator's part. There are no contributing factors listed for the injured passenger. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699021 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 12 - A fatigued female driver crashed her SUV head-on into a barrier on Bell Boulevard, Queens. She suffered a serious head injury and lost consciousness. The vehicle’s left front bumper was damaged. The driver was restrained but incapacitated at the scene.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver operating a 2016 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Bell Boulevard in Queens at 1:44 a.m. The crash involved impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper. The driver was the sole occupant and was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver sustained a head injury, was unconscious, and complained of pain or nausea. There is no indication of victim fault or other contributing factors beyond driver fatigue. The vehicle damage was confined to the left front bumper, consistent with the point of impact. The driver held a valid New York license. This crash underscores the dangers of driver fatigue in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694386 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 25 - A 26-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV making a U-turn struck a sedan going straight. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. The SUV’s front center bore the damage. Failure to yield caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver in an SUV was making a U-turn on 17 Avenue near Utopia Parkway when she collided with a sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan on its left side doors, causing injuries to the SUV driver’s knee and lower leg. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. The driver complained of pain and nausea and was in shock after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640603 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

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

May 31 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

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

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

May 24 - An 80-year-old man driving a sedan suffered knee and lower leg injuries in Queens. The crash happened at 24 Avenue near Watersedge Drive. The driver was in shock. Police cited limited view as a factor. Air bag deployed on impact.

According to the police report, an 80-year-old male driver was injured when his vehicle was struck by a sedan making a right turn at 24 Avenue and Watersedge Drive in Queens. The injured driver suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the injured driver's vehicle. The injured driver was in shock, and the air bag deployed during the collision. No other driver errors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631781 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

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

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

May 12 - A Ford pickup, speeding and changing lanes, slammed into a Lexus SUV on Clearview Expressway. Two men, trapped in their seats, suffered crush injuries. Metal pinned them. Pain did not let go. Unsafe speed turned steel into a cage.

Two men, aged 60 and 40, were injured on Clearview Expressway when a Ford pickup, moving at unsafe speed, changed lanes and crashed into a Lexus SUV from behind. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup, changing lanes too fast, slammed into a Lexus SUV from behind. Two men, 60 and 40, were crushed in their seats. Both conscious. Both broken.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both drivers were pinned and suffered crush injuries to their entire bodies but remained conscious. The data shows no contributing factors from the victims. The force of the impact and the listed driver error show the systemic danger on this stretch of road.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628352 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

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

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

Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

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

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

Mar 2 - A sedan struck multiple parked SUVs and sedans on 26 Avenue in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver suffered a head contusion but was conscious and restrained. Alcohol involvement was noted. Damage hit left rear and side panels of parked vehicles.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver in a sedan traveling east on 26 Avenue in Queens collided with several parked vehicles, including SUVs and sedans. The driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion, but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The sedan's right front bumper struck the left rear quarter panels and side doors of multiple parked vehicles. No ejections occurred. The driver held a valid license from Florida. The crash involved failure to maintain control under the influence, as indicated by alcohol involvement. No other driver errors or victim factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4609572 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 16 - Mayor Adams told Albany: the city pays enough for the MTA. State lawmakers pushed back. Hochul wants the city to cover more. The fight over who funds transit leaves riders in limbo. No new money means service cuts or fare hikes loom.

On February 16, 2023, Mayor Eric Adams traveled to Albany to oppose Governor Hochul’s proposal for New York City to contribute an extra $500 million annually to the MTA. Adams argued, “MTA is a statewide obligation. We’re doing our share.” State lawmakers, including Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and State Senator Liz Krueger, countered that the city should help. Hochul’s budget would shift more costs—like Access-A-Ride and student Metrocards—to the city. Progressive lawmakers suggested taxing the wealthy and freezing fares. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins warned, “To increase fares would be detrimental.” The debate continues as the legislature drafts its own budget. No direct safety analysis was provided, but funding gaps threaten transit service, putting vulnerable riders at risk.

• Adams To Albany: Someone Fund The MTA; Albany To Adams: Someone Fund The MTA, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-02-16

Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13