Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Auburndale?
Auburndale Bleeds While City Waits
Auburndale: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Auburndale
Five dead. Six seriously hurt. In three and a half years, Auburndale’s streets have claimed lives both young and old. A 75-year-old woman, crossing 192nd Street, was struck and killed by a sedan. A 19-year-old, crossing with the signal on Utopia Parkway, was struck and injured by a car. A 40-year-old woman, a 30-year-old man, a 72-year-old driver—each lost in crashes that left families with empty chairs and silent phones. See the data.
Nearly 500 injured. The numbers do not flinch. In the last twelve months alone, 165 people were hurt in 265 crashes. No one was spared: children, elders, cyclists, drivers. The pain is spread wide, but it lands hardest on those with the least protection.
Who Bears the Brunt
Cars and SUVs do the most harm. Sedans and SUVs killed or seriously injured more pedestrians than any other vehicle. Trucks and buses are rare, but when they hit, the damage is deep. Bikes and motorcycles did not kill here, but the threat is always present. The street is a gauntlet, and the odds are not in your favor if you walk or ride.
Leadership: Progress and Delay
The city has tools. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. Speed cameras, proven to cut speeding and injuries, are in place but need reauthorization. Yet the pace is slow. The law is there. The power is there. The will is not always there. Each day of delay is another day of risk.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. These are not accidents. They are the result of choices—by drivers, by lawmakers, by those who set the rules and draw the lines. The blood on the street is not washed away by words.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that put people first.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Citations
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District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
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250 Broadway, Suite 1551, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7250
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38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Auburndale Auburndale sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 19, AD 26, SD 16, Queens CB11.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Auburndale
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway around 12:30 a.m. The rear vehicle struck the front of the lead car. A 22-year-old male driver suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at approximately 12:30 a.m. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead prior to the collision. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, while the rear vehicle was damaged at the center back end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
- NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems, nypost.com, Published 2024-11-17
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway around 12:30 a.m. The rear vehicle struck the front of the lead car. A 22-year-old male driver suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at approximately 12:30 a.m. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead prior to the collision. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, while the rear vehicle was damaged at the center back end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway around 12:30 a.m. The rear vehicle struck the front of the lead car. A 22-year-old male driver suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at approximately 12:30 a.m. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead prior to the collision. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, while the rear vehicle was damaged at the center back end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway around 12:30 a.m. The rear vehicle struck the front of the lead car. A 22-year-old male driver suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at approximately 12:30 a.m. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead prior to the collision. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, while the rear vehicle was damaged at the center back end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway around 12:30 a.m. The rear vehicle struck the front of the lead car. A 22-year-old male driver suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at approximately 12:30 a.m. Two sedans traveling westbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. He was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead prior to the collision. The lead vehicle sustained damage to its center front end, while the rear vehicle was damaged at the center back end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
-
Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
-
Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Ung absent as Council passes bill improving pedestrian safety and equity.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
-
Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Ung co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
-
Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Ung Supports Safety Harmful Bill to Ban E-Scooters▸Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
-
Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
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More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Queens lawmakers slammed e-scooters, calling them chaos. They claimed danger, but city data shows no deaths or serious injuries. Council Member Ung introduced a bill to ban the program. Gennaro and Schulman support it. DOT says the program is safe and popular.
On September 17, 2024, Council Member Sandra Ung announced a bill to ban the Queens e-scooter share program. The bill, co-sponsored by Council Members James Gennaro and Lynn Schulman, follows a press conference where lawmakers denounced the program as hazardous. Gennaro said, "The program, as designed, leads to chaos." Ung called her bill a last resort. Assembly Members Sam Berger and David Weprin, and Community Board 8 Chair Martha Taylor, joined the opposition, citing sidewalk clutter and lack of outreach. However, DOT data contradicts their claims: since the program's June launch, 37,000 riders have taken 290,000 trips with no reported serious injuries or deaths. DOT says it held 35 briefings and implemented parking corrals in dense areas. Despite high ridership and safety records, the bill seeks to end the program, centering political frustration over proven outcomes.
- Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-09-17
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Clearview Expressway▸A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A box truck struck a stopped SUV from behind on the Clearview Expressway. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cite the truck driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on the Clearview Expressway when a box truck traveling south rear-ended a stopped SUV. The truck driver was going straight ahead while the SUV driver had stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old female occupant, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained by lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
Paladino Celebrates Safety Boosting School Streets Expansion▸New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
-
More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
New York will close 71 streets to cars outside schools this fall. The city adds more car-free zones for kids. Streets once deadly will now be safer for walking, play, and learning. The move targets neighborhoods hit hardest by crashes.
On August 29, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a record 71 school streets will close to cars this fall. The expansion, not tied to a specific council bill, builds on the Open Streets program, made permanent in 2021. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez said, 'We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children.' Councilwoman Vickie Paladino celebrated the new open street at PS 129, calling it a win for safe pick-up, drop-off, and play. Funding comes from the Public Space Equity Program, with $30 million focused on under-resourced areas. Street Lab will provide programming and street furniture. The program responds to past investigations showing higher crash and injury rates outside schools, especially in poorer neighborhoods. The city will directly fund management and operations starting in 2025, aiming to make these safety gains permanent.
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
5Two Sedans Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Two sedans collided on Utopia Parkway in Queens at 7:35 p.m. Multiple occupants suffered injuries including neck, back, and hip trauma. The crash involved unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way, with several passengers ejected and airbags deployed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Utopia Parkway near 45 Avenue in Queens at 19:35. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn westbound. The collision point was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the right side doors of the westbound sedan. Contributing factors cited include unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. Driver inattention and distraction were also noted. Five occupants were injured, including a 16-year-old male right rear passenger ejected from the vehicle with neck injuries and shock, and a 17-year-old male front passenger also ejected with back injuries. Both had airbags deployed. The drivers, aged 46 and 77, suffered hip and neck injuries and were in shock. Another 78-year-old female front passenger reported back injuries and pain. None of the injuries were fatal, but the severity was significant. The report highlights driver errors as central to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Int 0745-2024Paladino votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Ung votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked vehicles on 39 Avenue in Queens. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Damage spread across several parked sedans.
According to the police report, at 2:23 AM in Queens, a 27-year-old male driver traveling east in a 2017 sedan collided with several parked sedans along 39 Avenue. The driver was injured and experienced shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for the crash. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the moving sedan, damaging the center front end, and caused damage to the left rear bumpers and quarter panel of multiple parked vehicles. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver’s improper lane usage led directly to the collision with stationary vehicles, highlighting a failure in vehicle control and lane discipline.
John Liu Opposes Harmful MTA Queens Bus Redesign▸Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes,
gothamist.com,
Published 2024-07-22
Senator John Liu slams the MTA’s Queens bus overhaul. He says cuts will strand riders, raise costs, and choke access. Liu demands answers. Riders face longer waits, more transfers, and higher fares. The MTA claims better service. Riders see only risk.
On July 22, 2024, State Senator John Liu, representing District 16 and serving on the Senate's transportation committee, publicly opposed the MTA’s pending redesign of Queens bus routes. In a letter to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, Liu wrote, 'I demand the MTA explain how this plan is overall an increase and expansion of bus service in Queens as opposed to an actually disguised cost reduction measure.' Liu highlighted the planned elimination of the QM3 bus and reductions to the QM5, warning of increased wait times and higher fares for commuters. He argued that rerouting and service cuts would isolate seniors, strand students, and hurt businesses. Liu’s stance: the redesign prioritizes cost-cutting over real improvements. The MTA insists the plan means more and faster service, but Liu and local riders remain unconvinced. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
- Queens pol pushes back against MTA plans to redesign borough bus routes, gothamist.com, Published 2024-07-22