Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Flushing-Willets Point?
No More Blood on Northern Boulevard
Flushing-Willets Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Six people killed. Twenty-seven left with serious injuries. In the past twelve months, 565 crashes tore through Flushing-Willets Point. Children, elders, cyclists, and pedestrians—no one is spared. Two deaths were people over 75. One was a child under 18. These are not just numbers. They are families changed forever.
The Latest Crashes: No Safe Passage
A 78-year-old woman tried to cross Northern Boulevard. She never made it. A driver in a dark minivan hit her and kept going. Police said, “A 78-year-old woman was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver as she crossed a Queens street.” No arrest. No justice. Just another name lost to the street.
Two days earlier, a man and a child were hit at 32nd Avenue and 138th Street. The man was pinned under the car. The child, between eight and ten, was also hurt. Police found them both on the pavement. “Police responded…and found an adult man pinned under a vehicle.” The driver stayed. The pain did not.
What Has Been Done—And What Has Not
Speed kills. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit on these streets is still higher. Cameras catch speeders, but only where they are allowed. The city has built more crosswalks and bike lanes, but the blood keeps flowing. The council and mayor have the power to slow the cars. They have not used it.
The Call That Cannot Wait
Every day of delay is another day of risk. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets where a child can cross and live. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man And Child Struck In Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-03-13
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583557 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- Elderly Woman Killed In Queens Hit-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-15
- Man And Child Struck In Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-03-13
Other Representatives
District 40
136-20 38th Ave. Suite 10A, Flushing, NY 11354
Room 712, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 20
136-21 Latimer Place, 1D, Flushing, NY 11354
718-888-8747
250 Broadway, Suite 1808, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7259
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Flushing-Willets Point Flushing-Willets Point sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 20, AD 40, SD 16, Queens CB7.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Flushing-Willets Point
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 48-year-old woman was struck by a taxi turning left on Main Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Main Street in Queens struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The taxi showed no vehicle damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
E-Bike Strikes SUV Making Left Turn▸An e-bike rider collided with an SUV turning left on 35 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and improper lane usage as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling north on 35 Avenue collided with a southbound SUV making a left turn. The e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper lane usage. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike sustained damage to its center front end. The e-bike rider was conscious and not wearing safety equipment. No blame is assigned to the victim; the crash resulted from driver errors documented in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by SUV on Bowne Street▸A 77-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Bowne Street. The vehicle, traveling north, hit her with its front center. Defective headlights impaired the driver's vision. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bowne Street outside an intersection. She was struck by a northbound 2011 Toyota SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations affecting her entire body. The report lists 'Headlights Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility for the driver. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and female. No other driver errors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not mention any pedestrian fault or safety equipment.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old female bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s rear end.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling west near Sanford Avenue. The 62-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and sustained back abrasions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both parties, with the sedan impacting the bike’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights a failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A 48-year-old woman was struck by a taxi turning left on Main Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Main Street in Queens struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The taxi showed no vehicle damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
E-Bike Strikes SUV Making Left Turn▸An e-bike rider collided with an SUV turning left on 35 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and improper lane usage as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling north on 35 Avenue collided with a southbound SUV making a left turn. The e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper lane usage. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike sustained damage to its center front end. The e-bike rider was conscious and not wearing safety equipment. No blame is assigned to the victim; the crash resulted from driver errors documented in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by SUV on Bowne Street▸A 77-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Bowne Street. The vehicle, traveling north, hit her with its front center. Defective headlights impaired the driver's vision. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bowne Street outside an intersection. She was struck by a northbound 2011 Toyota SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations affecting her entire body. The report lists 'Headlights Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility for the driver. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and female. No other driver errors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not mention any pedestrian fault or safety equipment.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old female bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s rear end.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling west near Sanford Avenue. The 62-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and sustained back abrasions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both parties, with the sedan impacting the bike’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights a failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
An e-bike rider collided with an SUV turning left on 35 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and improper lane usage as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male e-bike rider traveling north on 35 Avenue collided with a southbound SUV making a left turn. The e-bike rider was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper lane usage. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike sustained damage to its center front end. The e-bike rider was conscious and not wearing safety equipment. No blame is assigned to the victim; the crash resulted from driver errors documented in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by SUV on Bowne Street▸A 77-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Bowne Street. The vehicle, traveling north, hit her with its front center. Defective headlights impaired the driver's vision. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bowne Street outside an intersection. She was struck by a northbound 2011 Toyota SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations affecting her entire body. The report lists 'Headlights Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility for the driver. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and female. No other driver errors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not mention any pedestrian fault or safety equipment.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old female bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s rear end.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling west near Sanford Avenue. The 62-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and sustained back abrasions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both parties, with the sedan impacting the bike’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights a failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A 77-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Bowne Street. The vehicle, traveling north, hit her with its front center. Defective headlights impaired the driver's vision. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bowne Street outside an intersection. She was struck by a northbound 2011 Toyota SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations affecting her entire body. The report lists 'Headlights Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility for the driver. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and female. No other driver errors were specified. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not mention any pedestrian fault or safety equipment.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old female bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s rear end.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling west near Sanford Avenue. The 62-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and sustained back abrasions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both parties, with the sedan impacting the bike’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights a failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A sedan struck a 62-year-old female bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered back abrasions. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s rear end.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling west near Sanford Avenue. The 62-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and sustained back abrasions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both parties, with the sedan impacting the bike’s center back end and the sedan’s right front bumper damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights a failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A Chevy SUV turned left on Franklin Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The front end hit a 67-year-old man crossing with the signal. He suffered head and crush injuries. He lay conscious beneath the grill. The light stayed green.
A 67-year-old man was crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal when a Chevy SUV made a left turn and struck him. According to the police report, 'the front end struck his head. He lay crushed and conscious beneath the grill, the light still green.' The pedestrian suffered head and crush injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 72-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
E-Bike Injured in Queens Left-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
An e-bike rider suffered head abrasions after a sedan clipped him while both made left turns on College Point Boulevard. The sedan's right rear quarter panel hit the e-bike's center back end. The rider remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard in Queens when a sedan and an e-bike, both traveling west and making left turns, collided. The e-bike rider, a 48-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained head abrasions and was injured but conscious. The sedan struck the e-bike at the center back end with its right rear quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver's failure to keep right and passing too closely. The report identifies these driver errors as key causes. The e-bike rider was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted beyond those driver errors.
Pedestrian Injured by Improper Left Turn in Queens▸A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
-
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A 53-year-old woman crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal was struck by a vehicle making an improper left turn. The impact hit the pedestrian’s head, causing a fracture and dislocation. The driver failed to turn properly, leading to serious injury.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. The 53-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a left turn improperly struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head injury described as a fracture and dislocation. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was traveling southwest and had no occupants other than the driver.
Ung Pushes Queens Greenway Funding Despite Harmful Delays▸Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
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This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Forty years. No greenway. Queens waits as city stalls. Parks and DOT talk, but no cash. Council Member Sandra Ung vows to fight for funding. Cyclists and families left exposed. The path remains a promise. Danger and delay linger.
This action concerns the long-delayed Queens Greenway, discussed in a public statement on February 17, 2022. The project, first planned in 1977 and 1988, would connect Flushing Meadows Corona Park to Fort Totten with a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists. The Parks Department and DOT presented a new vision but admitted that none of the $105 million needed is funded. Council Member Sandra Ung, representing parts of the greenway, said, 'I want to finally see it become a reality,' and stressed the need for accessible open spaces. Still, she could not commit any specific funding. Cycling advocates criticized the city for asking residents to pick favorite sub-projects, calling it a tactic to lower expectations. The city offered no timeline. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the greenway languishes.
- This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-17
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-02-01
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
- Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks, gothamist.com, Published 2022-01-16