About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 1
▸ Concussion 2
▸ Whiplash 18
▸ Contusion/Bruise 8
▸ Abrasion 7
▸ Pain/Nausea 6
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseNo More Waiting for Blood: Make Oakland Gardens Streets Safe Now
Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Plain Sight
In Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, the numbers do not scream. They whisper, steady and cold. No one has died in a crash here since 2022. But the pain is real. In the last twelve months, 62 people were injured in 124 crashes. Not one was called a “serious injury.” But a broken leg, a bruised chest, a life changed—these do not always show up in the numbers. NYC Open Data
Pedestrians are not spared. In February, a man crossing Bell Boulevard was struck by an SUV making a left turn. He went down at the intersection, his knee torn open. He survived. Others were not so lucky on nearby streets. A 12-year-old was hit crossing Union Turnpike last fall. The street does not care about age.
The Machines That Hit
Cars and SUVs do the most damage. In the last three years, not a single bike or motorcycle killed or seriously injured anyone here. But sedans, SUVs, and trucks keep hitting. A sedan rear-ends a truck on the expressway. An SUV clips a pedestrian at the curb. The pattern is old. The pain is fresh.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Local leaders talk about safety. The city boasts of new laws. Sammy’s Law lets New York lower speed limits to 20 mph. Cameras catch speeders day and night. But in Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, the pace of change is slow. The streets look the same. The crashes keep coming. No bold redesign. No flood of protected bike lanes.
The silence is loud. No public push from local council or board for more crosswalks, curb extensions, or protected space for people walking. No outcry after the child was hit. No plan to end the steady drip of injuries.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. Lower the speed limit. Build real protection for people on foot and bike. Flood the council and the mayor’s office with calls. Demand action. Do not wait for the first death.
Citations
Other Representatives
District 24
185-06 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Room 716, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 11
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 24, SD 11, Queens CB11.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills
14
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Feb 14 - A box truck struck the rear of an SUV traveling east on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The truck driver followed too closely, causing the crash. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the truck. Three occupants in the SUV—a 39-year-old female driver, a 25-year-old male front passenger, and a 26-year-old male rear passenger—were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
13A 602
Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
24A 602
Weprin votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
13A 1280
Weprin co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
6
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Feb 14 - A box truck struck the rear of an SUV traveling east on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The truck driver followed too closely, causing the crash. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the truck. Three occupants in the SUV—a 39-year-old female driver, a 25-year-old male front passenger, and a 26-year-old male rear passenger—were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
13A 602
Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
24A 602
Weprin votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
13A 1280
Weprin co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
6
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
24A 602
Weprin votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
13A 1280
Weprin co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
6
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24
13A 1280
Weprin co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
-
File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
6
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
- File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13
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Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
4S 343
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
7
SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 343, Open States, Published 2023-01-04
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SUV and Sedan Crash on Springfield Boulevard▸Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Nov 7 - Two northbound cars slammed together in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old woman, took chest injuries and lost consciousness. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were hit.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while heading north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles were moving straight before the crash. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield are noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
8
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway at Night▸Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Oct 8 - SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Woman driver hurt. Back pain. Whiplash. Police cite tailgating. High speed. Sudden stop. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway struck a sedan from behind. The sedan’s 26-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The Jeep’s right rear bumper hit the sedan’s right front quarter panel. Two other SUVs were involved, but the main impact was the rear-end crash. The injured driver was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. No ejections occurred.
8
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Union Turnpike▸Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Oct 8 - A 70-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked sedan on Union Turnpike in Queens. The impact damaged the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The SUV’s driver suffered whiplash and shock. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old female driver operating a 2009 SUV traveling eastbound on Union Turnpike collided with a parked 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left rear quarter panel and the SUV's right front bumper. The SUV driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
16
Queens SUV-Sedan Collision Injures Two Adults▸Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Sep 16 - Two adults suffered neck injuries in a Queens crash. An SUV struck a sedan on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. Front passenger and driver both whiplashed but conscious. Vehicles damaged front and left side. Crash caused by driver inattention.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bell Boulevard in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and a 2002 sedan. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV impacted the sedan's left side doors with its center front end. Two occupants, a 64-year-old male driver and a 64-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash resulted in damage to the front of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The injuries were serious but non-fatal.
16
Weprin Supports QueensWay Park and QueensLink Transit Balance▸Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
-
Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Sep 16 - Mayor Adams broke ground on QueensWay, a $35 million park project on old rail tracks. Supporters cheer new green space for 330,000 locals. Critics warn it kills hopes for restored train service. The fight pits open space against transit justice in Queens.
On September 16, 2022, Mayor Adams announced the start of the QueensWay project, a $35 million plan to turn a defunct LIRR branch in Queens into a linear park. The first phase includes $5 million for environmental review and $30 million for the Metropolitan Hub. The matter summary states: 'converting a defunct LIRR branch into a Highline-style park in Queens.' Council Member Lynn Schulman supports the park, calling it 'shovel-ready.' Borough President Donovan Richards and Assembly Members Jenifer Rajkumar and David Weprin back both the park and the QueensLink transit proposal. Richards said, 'We need to do both when it comes to making sure that we can enhance our public transportation and also ensuring that our communities have access to open space.' Transit advocates warn the park blocks future rail service, cutting off faster commutes and cleaner air for southern Queens. The MTA previously cited high costs for transit reactivation. The debate continues over whether the right-of-way should serve parks, transit, or both.
- Mayor Launches First Phase of QueensWay Linear Park — But What About Transit?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-16
7
SUVs Collide on Bell Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Sep 7 - Two SUVs crashed on Bell Boulevard in Queens. A 25-year-old woman at the wheel took a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to other vehicles. Obstructed view played a role. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bell Boulevard at Union Turnpike in Queens. A 25-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers reacted to uninvolved vehicles, and the injured driver faced a limited or obstructed view. The crash involved the left front bumper of one SUV and the center front end of the other. Airbags deployed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other driver errors are noted.
4
SUV Crashes in Queens with Tire Failure▸Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Sep 4 - A 22-year-old female driver crashed her SUV in Queens. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. She suffered facial injuries but was conscious and restrained. Tire failure and defective brakes contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver in a 2013 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The vehicle was traveling northeast when it impacted with its right front bumper. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained facial injuries and remained conscious. The report lists tire failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. The crash highlights mechanical failures as key causes, with no mention of driver error beyond vehicle condition.
20
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Slowing Car▸Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jul 20 - Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The trailing driver, distracted and too close, struck the slowing vehicle. The lead driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were damaged.
According to the police report, two SUVs were traveling west on the Long Island Expressway when the trailing driver, inattentive and following too closely, rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The lead driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage at the points of impact: left front bumper of the trailing SUV and center back end of the lead SUV. No other injuries were reported.
7
Aggressive Driving Sparks Multi-Car Queens Crash▸Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jul 7 - SUVs and sedans collided on Union Turnpike. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. A front passenger took abrasions to his knee and leg. Metal twisted. One man hurt. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a crash erupted on Union Turnpike at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Multiple vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. Aggressive driving or road rage was listed as the key contributing factor. A 33-year-old male front passenger suffered abrasions to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and restrained at the scene. The impact left damage on the rear and front ends of several vehicles. The report highlights aggressive driving as the main driver error. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were noted.
2S 5602
Weprin votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jun 2 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
May 31 - Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31
23A 8936
Weprin votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
23S 1078
Weprin votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23