Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in St. Albans?
Linden Boulevard Bleeds While City Hall Sleeps
St. Albans: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
Blood on the Boulevards
A man tries to cross Linden Boulevard. A black car hits him. The driver flees. Another car runs him over. He dies the next day. Police are still looking for the first driver. No arrests. No answers. The street stays the same. Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.
In the last twelve months, 254 people have been injured in crashes in St. Albans. Two were seriously hurt. No one died in that span, but death is never far. In three years, two people have died on these streets. Children bleed here. Elders fall. The numbers pile up. The pain does not fade.
The Shape of Harm
SUVs and sedans do most of the damage. In the last three years, SUVs and cars caused 30 moderate or serious pedestrian injuries. Trucks and buses hurt two more. Motorcycles and mopeds injured two. No bikes killed or seriously hurt anyone, but the city still talks about helmet laws and crosswalk rules. The danger comes on four wheels, heavy and fast.
Promises and Silence
The city says it wants zero deaths. It says every life matters. But Linden Boulevard stays wide and fast. Farmers Boulevard stays deadly. Cameras catch speeders, but the law that keeps them running is always at risk. The city can lower the speed limit to 20 mph. It has not. The council can act. The mayor can act. They wait.
What Now?
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand cameras that never go dark.
Do not wait for another name to become a number.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-01
- Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675482 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
St. Albans St. Albans sits in Queens, District 27, AD 33, SD 14, Queens CB12.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for St. Albans
Sedan Overturns After Passing Too Closely in Queens▸A sedan overturned on 112 Avenue in Queens after passing too closely. The female driver, 58, suffered whole-body injuries and minor bleeding. Two parked sedans were damaged. The crash caused shock and serious injury but no ejection.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan overturned on 112 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved two parked sedans that sustained damage to their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The contributing factor listed was "Passing Too Closely." The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report notes the driver suffered injuries to her entire body, with minor bleeding and shock. No other driver errors or victim factors were specified. The overturned vehicle and damage to parked cars indicate a loss of control linked to the close passing maneuver.
Sedan and SUV Collide on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan and SUV crashed late at night in Queens. The sedan driver, 26, suffered fractured leg and knee. Both drivers failed to yield. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Linden Boulevard near Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 11:10 p.m. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as driver errors. The sedan was struck at its left front quarter panel, while the SUV was damaged at the center front. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Sedan Making Left Turn in Queens▸A sedan turning left collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road near Farmers Boulevard. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan's front end with its right rear quarter panel, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Calls for No Exemptions in Congestion Pricing▸Governor Hochul’s budget cracks down on toll cheats. New laws hit drivers who hide plates or fake exemptions. The MTA loses millions to evasion. Lawmakers debate fairness and credits. Enforcement sharpens. Revenue for transit hangs in the balance.
Bill 42, part of Governor Hochul’s 2022 executive budget, aims to enforce congestion pricing by introducing new penalties for toll evasion. The proposal, discussed in the Senate on January 20, 2022, lets the DMV deny registration to vehicles with unpaid tolls and sets fines up to $5,000 for fraudulent exemption claims. The matter summary states: 'Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget includes several changes to New York's congestion pricing program, which is expected to provide crucial revenue for transit upgrades.' Senator James Skoufis, mentioned in the hearing, pushed for credits for certain drivers. The bill is supported by MTA spokesperson Eugene Resnick and Governor Hochul’s office, who say it will ensure fairness. The MTA reports $4 million lost annually to toll evaders. The review board will finalize fee structures and exemptions. No specific safety impact for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Hochul Paves Way Forward For Congestion Pricing With New Laws And Penalties for Toll Evaders,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-20
Comrie Opposes Exemptions to Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
-
State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
A sedan overturned on 112 Avenue in Queens after passing too closely. The female driver, 58, suffered whole-body injuries and minor bleeding. Two parked sedans were damaged. The crash caused shock and serious injury but no ejection.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan overturned on 112 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved two parked sedans that sustained damage to their left side doors and rear quarter panel. The contributing factor listed was "Passing Too Closely." The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report notes the driver suffered injuries to her entire body, with minor bleeding and shock. No other driver errors or victim factors were specified. The overturned vehicle and damage to parked cars indicate a loss of control linked to the close passing maneuver.
Sedan and SUV Collide on Linden Boulevard▸A sedan and SUV crashed late at night in Queens. The sedan driver, 26, suffered fractured leg and knee. Both drivers failed to yield. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Linden Boulevard near Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 11:10 p.m. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as driver errors. The sedan was struck at its left front quarter panel, while the SUV was damaged at the center front. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Sedan Making Left Turn in Queens▸A sedan turning left collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road near Farmers Boulevard. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan's front end with its right rear quarter panel, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Calls for No Exemptions in Congestion Pricing▸Governor Hochul’s budget cracks down on toll cheats. New laws hit drivers who hide plates or fake exemptions. The MTA loses millions to evasion. Lawmakers debate fairness and credits. Enforcement sharpens. Revenue for transit hangs in the balance.
Bill 42, part of Governor Hochul’s 2022 executive budget, aims to enforce congestion pricing by introducing new penalties for toll evasion. The proposal, discussed in the Senate on January 20, 2022, lets the DMV deny registration to vehicles with unpaid tolls and sets fines up to $5,000 for fraudulent exemption claims. The matter summary states: 'Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget includes several changes to New York's congestion pricing program, which is expected to provide crucial revenue for transit upgrades.' Senator James Skoufis, mentioned in the hearing, pushed for credits for certain drivers. The bill is supported by MTA spokesperson Eugene Resnick and Governor Hochul’s office, who say it will ensure fairness. The MTA reports $4 million lost annually to toll evaders. The review board will finalize fee structures and exemptions. No specific safety impact for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Hochul Paves Way Forward For Congestion Pricing With New Laws And Penalties for Toll Evaders,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-20
Comrie Opposes Exemptions to Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
-
State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
A sedan and SUV crashed late at night in Queens. The sedan driver, 26, suffered fractured leg and knee. Both drivers failed to yield. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Linden Boulevard near Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 11:10 p.m. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as driver errors. The sedan was struck at its left front quarter panel, while the SUV was damaged at the center front. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Sedan Making Left Turn in Queens▸A sedan turning left collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road near Farmers Boulevard. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan's front end with its right rear quarter panel, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Calls for No Exemptions in Congestion Pricing▸Governor Hochul’s budget cracks down on toll cheats. New laws hit drivers who hide plates or fake exemptions. The MTA loses millions to evasion. Lawmakers debate fairness and credits. Enforcement sharpens. Revenue for transit hangs in the balance.
Bill 42, part of Governor Hochul’s 2022 executive budget, aims to enforce congestion pricing by introducing new penalties for toll evasion. The proposal, discussed in the Senate on January 20, 2022, lets the DMV deny registration to vehicles with unpaid tolls and sets fines up to $5,000 for fraudulent exemption claims. The matter summary states: 'Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget includes several changes to New York's congestion pricing program, which is expected to provide crucial revenue for transit upgrades.' Senator James Skoufis, mentioned in the hearing, pushed for credits for certain drivers. The bill is supported by MTA spokesperson Eugene Resnick and Governor Hochul’s office, who say it will ensure fairness. The MTA reports $4 million lost annually to toll evaders. The review board will finalize fee structures and exemptions. No specific safety impact for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Hochul Paves Way Forward For Congestion Pricing With New Laws And Penalties for Toll Evaders,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-20
Comrie Opposes Exemptions to Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
-
State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
A sedan turning left collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road near Farmers Boulevard. The sedan driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an eastbound SUV on 117 Road in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The SUV struck the sedan's front end with its right rear quarter panel, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Calls for No Exemptions in Congestion Pricing▸Governor Hochul’s budget cracks down on toll cheats. New laws hit drivers who hide plates or fake exemptions. The MTA loses millions to evasion. Lawmakers debate fairness and credits. Enforcement sharpens. Revenue for transit hangs in the balance.
Bill 42, part of Governor Hochul’s 2022 executive budget, aims to enforce congestion pricing by introducing new penalties for toll evasion. The proposal, discussed in the Senate on January 20, 2022, lets the DMV deny registration to vehicles with unpaid tolls and sets fines up to $5,000 for fraudulent exemption claims. The matter summary states: 'Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget includes several changes to New York's congestion pricing program, which is expected to provide crucial revenue for transit upgrades.' Senator James Skoufis, mentioned in the hearing, pushed for credits for certain drivers. The bill is supported by MTA spokesperson Eugene Resnick and Governor Hochul’s office, who say it will ensure fairness. The MTA reports $4 million lost annually to toll evaders. The review board will finalize fee structures and exemptions. No specific safety impact for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Hochul Paves Way Forward For Congestion Pricing With New Laws And Penalties for Toll Evaders,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-20
Comrie Opposes Exemptions to Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
-
State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
Governor Hochul’s budget cracks down on toll cheats. New laws hit drivers who hide plates or fake exemptions. The MTA loses millions to evasion. Lawmakers debate fairness and credits. Enforcement sharpens. Revenue for transit hangs in the balance.
Bill 42, part of Governor Hochul’s 2022 executive budget, aims to enforce congestion pricing by introducing new penalties for toll evasion. The proposal, discussed in the Senate on January 20, 2022, lets the DMV deny registration to vehicles with unpaid tolls and sets fines up to $5,000 for fraudulent exemption claims. The matter summary states: 'Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget includes several changes to New York's congestion pricing program, which is expected to provide crucial revenue for transit upgrades.' Senator James Skoufis, mentioned in the hearing, pushed for credits for certain drivers. The bill is supported by MTA spokesperson Eugene Resnick and Governor Hochul’s office, who say it will ensure fairness. The MTA reports $4 million lost annually to toll evaders. The review board will finalize fee structures and exemptions. No specific safety impact for vulnerable road users was provided.
- Hochul Paves Way Forward For Congestion Pricing With New Laws And Penalties for Toll Evaders, gothamist.com, Published 2022-01-20
Comrie Opposes Exemptions to Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing▸State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
-
State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
State Sen. Leroy Comrie slammed calls for more congestion pricing exemptions. He warned that carving out special breaks guts the plan’s purpose. Comrie said every exemption means less money for transit. He wants the city to hold the line. No more carve-outs.
On January 19, 2022, State Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the MTA committee, spoke at a legislative hearing on congestion pricing exemptions. The hearing addressed whether to grant more carve-outs to Manhattan’s congestion tolls. Comrie declared, 'I don't think there should be any exemptions, and I'm going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' He pushed back against senators seeking discounts for suburban drivers and city workers. Comrie warned that opening the door to more exemptions would undermine the law’s intent and threaten revenue for transit. He said, 'Once you open up that can of worms, you create major problems, because everybody wants to be exempted for something.' Comrie’s stance: keep the plan strict, protect transit funding, and don’t weaken congestion pricing with special favors.
- State Sen. Leroy Comrie, who oversees MTA committee, wants no more exemptions for NYC congestion pricing, nypost.com, Published 2022-01-19
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
A 57-year-old woman driving an SUV and a 14-year-old front-seat passenger were injured in a Queens crash. The vehicles collided at right front bumpers. Both occupants suffered shock and moderate injuries to neck and leg. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling west on 122 Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper on both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 57-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old front passenger were injured. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Injuries included neck trauma for the driver and knee-lower leg-foot injuries for the passenger, both classified as moderate. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on 120 Avenue▸Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.
Two SUVs collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. A 29-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as both vehicles traveled east. Police cited following too closely as the cause. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the second SUV, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound when the crash occurred. The second vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the first. The injured driver was conscious and remained inside her vehicle. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating on city streets.