About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Severe Bleeding 3
▸ Concussion 1
▸ Whiplash 22
▸ Contusion/Bruise 27
▸ Abrasion 33
▸ Pain/Nausea 5
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
- 2025 White Nissan Sedan (LUV7184) – 50 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Red Nissan Sedan (LGR4146) – 37 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2013 White Ford Sedan (RRMR47) – 35 times • 1 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (CYW9925) – 32 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2015 White GMC Suburban (LRD6803) – 29 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseMurray Hill’s kill zone: Northern Boulevard and the bodies we count
Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Northern Boulevard cuts east. People cross. Cars don’t stop.
The numbers don’t look away
- Since 2022, this area logged 904 crashes, 521 injuries, and 5 deaths. SUVs and cars did most of the harm to people on foot, with 126 pedestrian strikes by sedans and SUVs, including 4 pedestrian deaths. Source
- The worst hours cluster from late afternoon into night, with injuries peaking at 18:00 and deaths stacking at 17:00–21:00. Open data
- Top trouble spots include Northern Boulevard and Murray Street. One death and 55 injuries on Northern; one death and six injuries on Murray. Crash data
Crosswalks mean little if drivers don’t yield
- A 74‑year‑old man, crossing with the signal at 154 St and Bayside Ave, was struck by a left‑turning Toyota sedan. NYPD marked “Failure to Yield.” He died. CrashID 4594559
- An 88‑year‑old man, crossing midblock at 147 St on Northern Boulevard, was hit by a Honda sedan going straight. He died at night. CrashID 4509549
- A 66‑year‑old man, also midblock at 41 Ave and 147 St, died after a 2013 Toyota SUV struck him. CrashID 4624334
Drivers turn. People fall.
“Failure to Yield” shows up again and again. It’s stamped on fatal files and injury logs. In this neighborhood, drivers failing to yield caused deaths and dozens of injuries. Open data
Night brings the sirens
From 17:00 to 21:00, the toll rises: four of the five deaths cluster here. Injuries swell at school‑let‑out and commute hours and keep coming after dark. Hourly breakdown
A highway mindset on a local street
SUVs and sedans hit most pedestrians here: 69 SUV‑involved pedestrian casualties and 39 from sedans since 2022. Trucks and buses add more. People on bikes and on foot take the blows. Vehicle roll‑up
A law to slow the killers
Citywide, officials admit a small set of drivers do outsized harm. The State Senate moved a bill to force speed limiters on repeat violators. Senator John Liu voted yes in committee on S4045, which would require intelligent speed assistance after repeated violations. Bill file
Council choices cut protection
Closer to home, Council Member Vickie Paladino sponsored a bill to strip protected bike and bus lane targets from the Streets Master Plan. The measure sits in committee. “This bill would remove the bus lane and bike lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan.” Council record
What would stop the bleeding here
- Harden left turns and add longer leading pedestrian intervals at Northern, Parsons, 33 Ave, and Murray. The files show failure‑to‑yield deaths and injuries at these corners. Crash data
- Daylight and mark crossings where deaths occurred midblock near 147 St and 41 Ave; build refuge islands on Northern. Midblock strikes killed elders here. CrashIDs 4509549, 4624334
- Night enforcement on Northern and Murray during 17:00–21:00. That is when people die. Hourly data
The larger fix we already have
- Lower the default speed limit to 20 mph and redesign for it. Slower speed means people live. The city has the tools and the mandate to act. See our action page.
- Pass speed‑limiters for repeat offenders statewide. The Senate has advanced S4045; it needs to become law. S4045
A man steps off the curb. A left turn starts. The light is still white. The sound after is the only thing that arrives on time.
Take one step that matters. Tell City Hall and Albany to slow the cars and stop the repeat offenders. Act now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
Other Representatives
District 40
136-20 38th Ave. Suite 10A, Flushing, NY 11354
Room 712, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 19
250 Broadway, Suite 1551, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7250
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 19, AD 40, SD 16, Queens CB7.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
7S 9752
Liu votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
7S 9752
Liu votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
6
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Plan▸Jun 6 - Top city officials broke ranks with Mayor Adams. They demanded congestion pricing after Governor Hochul’s sudden halt. MTA board members, planners, and transit chiefs warned of lost funding and stalled projects. They called the suspension a blow to transit and public safety.
On June 6, 2024, New York City officials issued strong statements supporting congestion pricing after Governor Hochul suspended the plan. The matter, titled 'City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,' saw Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, MTA board member Midori Valdivia, City Planning Chair Dan Garodnick, DOT Chief of Staff Ryan Lynch, and public space czar Ya-Ting Liu all speak out. Valdivia warned, 'today it was announced, without MTA Board consultation, the cancellation of projects such as the Second Avenue Subway Phase II, our accessibility program... and a fully zero-emission bus fleet.' Joshi declared, 'It needs to happen now.' Garodnick cited a 'significant hole' in the MTA budget. Liu called congestion pricing 'the only policy' for transit and traffic. The New York City Independent Budget Office also warned of economic harm and delayed improvements. Mayor Adams, once a supporter, deferred to the governor, leaving vulnerable road users without promised transit upgrades.
-
City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Passing Too Closely▸Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
7S 9752
Liu votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
6
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Plan▸Jun 6 - Top city officials broke ranks with Mayor Adams. They demanded congestion pricing after Governor Hochul’s sudden halt. MTA board members, planners, and transit chiefs warned of lost funding and stalled projects. They called the suspension a blow to transit and public safety.
On June 6, 2024, New York City officials issued strong statements supporting congestion pricing after Governor Hochul suspended the plan. The matter, titled 'City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,' saw Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, MTA board member Midori Valdivia, City Planning Chair Dan Garodnick, DOT Chief of Staff Ryan Lynch, and public space czar Ya-Ting Liu all speak out. Valdivia warned, 'today it was announced, without MTA Board consultation, the cancellation of projects such as the Second Avenue Subway Phase II, our accessibility program... and a fully zero-emission bus fleet.' Joshi declared, 'It needs to happen now.' Garodnick cited a 'significant hole' in the MTA budget. Liu called congestion pricing 'the only policy' for transit and traffic. The New York City Independent Budget Office also warned of economic harm and delayed improvements. Mayor Adams, once a supporter, deferred to the governor, leaving vulnerable road users without promised transit upgrades.
-
City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Passing Too Closely▸Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
6
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Plan▸Jun 6 - Top city officials broke ranks with Mayor Adams. They demanded congestion pricing after Governor Hochul’s sudden halt. MTA board members, planners, and transit chiefs warned of lost funding and stalled projects. They called the suspension a blow to transit and public safety.
On June 6, 2024, New York City officials issued strong statements supporting congestion pricing after Governor Hochul suspended the plan. The matter, titled 'City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,' saw Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, MTA board member Midori Valdivia, City Planning Chair Dan Garodnick, DOT Chief of Staff Ryan Lynch, and public space czar Ya-Ting Liu all speak out. Valdivia warned, 'today it was announced, without MTA Board consultation, the cancellation of projects such as the Second Avenue Subway Phase II, our accessibility program... and a fully zero-emission bus fleet.' Joshi declared, 'It needs to happen now.' Garodnick cited a 'significant hole' in the MTA budget. Liu called congestion pricing 'the only policy' for transit and traffic. The New York City Independent Budget Office also warned of economic harm and delayed improvements. Mayor Adams, once a supporter, deferred to the governor, leaving vulnerable road users without promised transit upgrades.
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City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-06
6S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Passing Too Closely▸Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
-
File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Jun 6 - Top city officials broke ranks with Mayor Adams. They demanded congestion pricing after Governor Hochul’s sudden halt. MTA board members, planners, and transit chiefs warned of lost funding and stalled projects. They called the suspension a blow to transit and public safety.
On June 6, 2024, New York City officials issued strong statements supporting congestion pricing after Governor Hochul suspended the plan. The matter, titled 'City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul,' saw Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, MTA board member Midori Valdivia, City Planning Chair Dan Garodnick, DOT Chief of Staff Ryan Lynch, and public space czar Ya-Ting Liu all speak out. Valdivia warned, 'today it was announced, without MTA Board consultation, the cancellation of projects such as the Second Avenue Subway Phase II, our accessibility program... and a fully zero-emission bus fleet.' Joshi declared, 'It needs to happen now.' Garodnick cited a 'significant hole' in the MTA budget. Liu called congestion pricing 'the only policy' for transit and traffic. The New York City Independent Budget Office also warned of economic harm and delayed improvements. Mayor Adams, once a supporter, deferred to the governor, leaving vulnerable road users without promised transit upgrades.
- City Officials Demand Congestion Pricing Despite Eric Adams’s Deference to Hochul, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-06
6S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Passing Too Closely▸Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Passing Too Closely▸Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jun 5 - A 25-year-old man walking along 32 Avenue in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling east. The vehicle's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head contusion. Police cite driver failure to yield and passing too closely as key factors.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking along 32 Avenue near 158 Street in Queens at 9:16 PM. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion after being struck by a 2018 Acura SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver behaviors that reduce safe space around pedestrians on roadways.
3S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
2
Pedestrian Crushed by Hit-and-Run on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Jun 2 - A man’s body shattered at the intersection. The car fled. He remained conscious, pain unending. Roosevelt Avenue swallowed the driver’s silence, leaving only broken bones and the echo of impact.
A 39-year-old man was struck and severely injured while crossing at an intersection on Roosevelt Avenue, according to the police report. The narrative states he suffered crush injuries to his entire body yet remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved fled, leaving the man behind, his injuries described as 'entire body' and 'crush injuries.' The police report does not specify the type of vehicle, the direction of travel, or any contributing factors from the driver, but it makes clear the driver left the scene without stopping. No driver errors are explicitly listed in the data, but the act of fleeing after a collision is a grave systemic failure. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report centers the violence of the impact and the abandonment that followed.
28S 9718
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
-
File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
26
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street▸May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
-
File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 26 - A southbound SUV and sedan collided on 160 Street in Queens. The sedan, starting from parking, struck the SUV going straight ahead. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a fractured shoulder. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on 160 Street in Queens. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking when it collided with a southbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision. An 18-year-old female passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated upper arm. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to serious injury for a vulnerable vehicle occupant.
23Int 0921-2024
Paladino co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
-
File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 23 - Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
- File Int 0921-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-23
21
SUVs and Sedan Collide in Chain Crash on Northern Boulevard▸May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 21 - Three cars slammed together on Northern Boulevard. Drivers followed too close. One woman hurt, whiplash and full-body trauma. Metal crumpled. Tailgating turned traffic into chaos.
According to the police report, three vehicles—a sedan and two SUVs—collided on Northern Boulevard while traveling west. All were slowing or stopping. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main driver error. The sedan struck the back of the first SUV, then was hit from behind by the second SUV. A 25-year-old female driver in the sedan suffered whiplash and trauma to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash stemmed from unsafe following distances. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
21S 8607
Liu votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 21 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-05-21
16
Liu Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion for Safer Streets▸May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
- Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins, nypost.com, Published 2024-05-16
16Int 0875-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
5
SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
May 16 - Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0875-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-16
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist Turning Left in Queens▸May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
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SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
May 5 - A 19-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn at unsafe speed. The impact struck the bike’s right side, causing upper arm contusions. The driver’s failure to control speed led to the violent collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 158 Street near 29 Avenue in Queens at 8:23 p.m. The SUV was making a left turn traveling north when it struck a bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel hitting the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor on the driver’s part. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. This collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed during turning maneuvers in urban streets.
29
SUV Driver Crushed After Failing to Yield▸Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Apr 29 - A 2003 Honda SUV moved east on 33rd Avenue. The driver, seventy-two, belted in, was crushed across the body. Failure to yield shattered metal and bone. The street fell silent. The wound lingered, heavy and sharp.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda SUV was traveling east on 33rd Avenue when it was involved in a collision. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was the sole occupant and suffered crush injuries to his entire body. He was conscious at the scene, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error that led to the crash. The narrative states, 'The cause: failure to yield. The wound: the frame.' No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver's failure to yield, which resulted in severe injury and a shattered vehicle frame.
19
SUV Strikes In-Line Skater on 159 Street▸Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Apr 19 - A 15-year-old in-line skater suffered a fractured elbow after being hit by an eastbound SUV on 159 Street. The skater was injured off intersection while moving in the roadway. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male in-line skater was injured on 159 Street at 8:03 p.m. The skater was located off an intersection and was performing 'other actions in roadway' when struck by a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The skater sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The skater's contributing factors were marked as unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
18Int 0856-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0856-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18
18Int 0857-2024
Ung co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18
15S 4647
Liu votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15
Apr 15 - 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 2024-04-15