Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Hollis?
Hollis Bleeds While City Waits: Slow the Cars, Save a Life
Hollis: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Three dead. Six seriously hurt. In Hollis, from 2022 to June 2025, the street keeps its own count. There were 706 crashes. 443 people injured. These are bodies broken, lives cut short, families left waiting for someone who will not come home. NYC Open Data
Pedestrians and the old take the worst of it. A 68-year-old man, struck and killed crossing Hillside Avenue. A 71-year-old, left bleeding at an intersection. A 60-year-old woman, unconscious in a crosswalk. A 19-year-old, dead on 90th Avenue. The street does not care about age. It takes what it wants.
What’s Been Done — And What Hasn’t
The city talks about Vision Zero. They say every death is one too many. They say they are redesigning intersections, adding cameras, lowering speed limits. But in Hollis, the pace is slow. The deaths keep coming. The numbers do not fall fast enough.
Local leaders have the power. Sammy’s Law lets the city set speed limits at 20 mph. The law is there. The will is not. Cameras that catch speeders and red-light runners work, but they need to be renewed. Each delay is another risk. Each silence is another name for the list.
Who Pays the Price
Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. They strike, they crush, they kill. Trucks, mopeds, and bikes are in the mix, but the weight of the harm falls from behind a steering wheel. The victims are walkers, riders, the young, the old. The drivers keep driving. The rest are left behind.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. These are not accidents. They are choices. Streets can be made safe. Laws can be enforced. Leaders can act. But only if pushed. Only if the silence is broken.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand cameras that never go dark. Demand streets where children and elders can cross and live.
Do not wait for another name on the list. Act now.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Hollis
S 343Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸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
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸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
Sedan and Pickup Truck Collide on 93 Avenue▸A sedan traveling east struck a pickup truck going south on 93 Avenue. The truck driver suffered a back injury. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. Both vehicles showed front and side damage from the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 93 Avenue involving a sedan and a pickup truck. The pickup truck driver, a 50-year-old man, was injured with back pain but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left side doors of the pickup truck, which was traveling south. Damage was noted on the center front end of the truck and the left front quarter panel of the sedan. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Queens Avenue▸A BMW sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on 187 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both driver and front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was triggered by a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, a 2011 BMW sedan traveling east on 187 Street collided with the center back end of a vehicle ahead. The sedan's driver and front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The impact caused damage to the sedan's center back end, while the other vehicle showed no damage. No ejections occurred. The crash injured two occupants inside the sedan, with no mention of helmet use or signaling contributing to the incident.
Postal Truck Hits Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
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City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
-
#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
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
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸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
Sedan and Pickup Truck Collide on 93 Avenue▸A sedan traveling east struck a pickup truck going south on 93 Avenue. The truck driver suffered a back injury. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. Both vehicles showed front and side damage from the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 93 Avenue involving a sedan and a pickup truck. The pickup truck driver, a 50-year-old man, was injured with back pain but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left side doors of the pickup truck, which was traveling south. Damage was noted on the center front end of the truck and the left front quarter panel of the sedan. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Queens Avenue▸A BMW sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on 187 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both driver and front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was triggered by a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, a 2011 BMW sedan traveling east on 187 Street collided with the center back end of a vehicle ahead. The sedan's driver and front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The impact caused damage to the sedan's center back end, while the other vehicle showed no damage. No ejections occurred. The crash injured two occupants inside the sedan, with no mention of helmet use or signaling contributing to the incident.
Postal Truck Hits Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
-
City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
-
#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
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
Sedan and Pickup Truck Collide on 93 Avenue▸A sedan traveling east struck a pickup truck going south on 93 Avenue. The truck driver suffered a back injury. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. Both vehicles showed front and side damage from the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 93 Avenue involving a sedan and a pickup truck. The pickup truck driver, a 50-year-old man, was injured with back pain but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left side doors of the pickup truck, which was traveling south. Damage was noted on the center front end of the truck and the left front quarter panel of the sedan. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Queens Avenue▸A BMW sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on 187 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both driver and front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was triggered by a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, a 2011 BMW sedan traveling east on 187 Street collided with the center back end of a vehicle ahead. The sedan's driver and front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The impact caused damage to the sedan's center back end, while the other vehicle showed no damage. No ejections occurred. The crash injured two occupants inside the sedan, with no mention of helmet use or signaling contributing to the incident.
Postal Truck Hits Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
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City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
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#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A sedan traveling east struck a pickup truck going south on 93 Avenue. The truck driver suffered a back injury. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as causes. Both vehicles showed front and side damage from the impact.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 93 Avenue involving a sedan and a pickup truck. The pickup truck driver, a 50-year-old man, was injured with back pain but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling east and struck the left side doors of the pickup truck, which was traveling south. Damage was noted on the center front end of the truck and the left front quarter panel of the sedan. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Queens Avenue▸A BMW sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on 187 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both driver and front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was triggered by a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, a 2011 BMW sedan traveling east on 187 Street collided with the center back end of a vehicle ahead. The sedan's driver and front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The impact caused damage to the sedan's center back end, while the other vehicle showed no damage. No ejections occurred. The crash injured two occupants inside the sedan, with no mention of helmet use or signaling contributing to the incident.
Postal Truck Hits Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
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City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
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#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A BMW sedan struck the rear of another vehicle on 187 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both driver and front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was triggered by a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, a 2011 BMW sedan traveling east on 187 Street collided with the center back end of a vehicle ahead. The sedan's driver and front passenger, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The impact caused damage to the sedan's center back end, while the other vehicle showed no damage. No ejections occurred. The crash injured two occupants inside the sedan, with no mention of helmet use or signaling contributing to the incident.
Postal Truck Hits Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
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City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
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#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A 52-year-old woman was struck by a US postal truck turning right on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. Limited view contributed to the crash. She suffered a head injury and concussion.
According to the police report, a US postal truck traveling south on Hillside Avenue made a right turn and struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the truck's left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
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City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
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#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
City made Jamaica and Archer Avenue busways permanent. Jamaica Avenue hours slashed. Archer stays 24/7. Northern Boulevard bus lanes started after months of delay. Local politicians fought restrictions. Bus riders still face slow trips. City bows to business pressure.
On November 15, 2022, the Adams administration made busways on Jamaica and Archer avenues permanent after a one-year pilot. The Department of Transportation cut Jamaica Avenue’s busway hours from 24/7 to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while Archer Avenue remains round-the-clock. The Northern Boulevard bus lane project, stalled for months after Council Member Francisco Moya lobbied against it, finally began installation. Council Members Nantasha Williams and Selvena Brooks-Powers opposed the busways, calling for their elimination and citing business concerns. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and other local officials pushed for even shorter hours. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez defended the busways, saying, 'strong bus infrastructure is a necessity.' Despite opposition, the city kept some busway hours intact, but caved to business interests, reducing protection for bus riders and vulnerable road users.
- City Makes Jamaica Busways Permanent But With Shorter Hours; Begins Northern Blvd. Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-11-15
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
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#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Councilmember Rita Joseph blasted DOT for years-long delays on speed hump installations in Flatbush. Twelve sites requested, one approved, none built. Meanwhile, crashes injure cyclists and pedestrians daily. Joseph calls the delay unacceptable. Streets stay dangerous. DOT offers no timeline.
On November 11, 2022, Councilmember Rita Joseph (District 40) issued a public letter to the Department of Transportation, demanding answers for the slow pace of speed hump installations. The matter, titled "#StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City," details Joseph’s frustration: 'In response to a speed hump request, my office was informed by the DOT that...studies are finalized after two years.' Joseph listed twelve locations needing speed humps; only one was approved, none installed. Eight were denied, several remain under review. Her district saw 1,173 crashes this year, injuring 87 cyclists and 141 pedestrians. Joseph, who lost students to traffic violence, calls the delay 'unacceptable.' DOT says it is reviewing her letter. Advocates demand faster action, saying, 'It should never take two years to implement these straight-forward safety measures.'
- #StuckAtDOT: It Takes Years (and Years) to Get a Speed Hump in this City, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-11-11
Speeding Sedan Hits Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A sedan slammed into a 56-year-old man at Jamaica Avenue and 199 Street. The driver sped and lost focus. The man was thrown, left unconscious, broken, and battered. Center front of the car took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue struck a 56-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 199 Street. The pedestrian suffered severe injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and unconsciousness. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end bore the impact, causing extensive damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The crash left the victim with injuries to his entire body.
Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.
A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Avenue▸A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A sedan struck a 69-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue with the signal. His head hit the pavement. Blood pooled. The driver did not see him. The man stayed conscious. The street kept moving. The wound was deep. The danger was clear.
A 69-year-old man was crossing Hillside Avenue at 191st Street in Queens with the signal when a westbound sedan hit him. According to the police report, 'The driver didn’t see.' The man suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The impact was to the center front end of the sedan. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned. The crash left the man hurt and the street unchanged.
Moped Driver Ejected in SUV Collision▸A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A moped and an SUV collided head-on on 99 Avenue. The moped driver was ejected, suffering injuries to his entire body. Both vehicles struck front to front. Driver distraction was cited as a factor. The moped driver was semiconscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 99 Avenue involving a moped and a sport utility vehicle traveling in opposite directions. The moped driver, a 33-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, resulting in internal complaints and semiconscious status. The SUV had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the front center of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
2Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Injured▸Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Two sedans crashed on 104 Avenue in Queens. One driver was passing too closely and at unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered injuries to head and shoulder. Impact hit left side doors and right front bumper. Both drivers wore seat belts.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 104 Avenue in Queens. The female driver was passing too closely and driving at an unsafe speed when she struck the male driver’s vehicle on the left side doors. Both drivers were injured: the male driver suffered a head injury, and the female driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver’s errors included passing too closely and unsafe speed. The male driver’s contributing factors were unspecified. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other.
Motorcycle Ejected in Left-Turn Collision▸A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A motorcycle struck a left-turning sedan on 202 Street near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe leg and foot fractures. The sedan was undamaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 202 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn near Hollis Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 60-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, a 2009 Nissan, was parked before the crash and showed damage only to its left front bumper. The other sedan involved, a 2001 Chevrolet, had no damage. Police identified failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Street▸Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Two SUVs collided on 196 Street in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the front one from behind. A 64-year-old female passenger suffered a back contusion. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling westbound.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 196 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The rear SUV, driven by a licensed male, struck the left rear bumper of the front SUV, also driven by a licensed male. The impact caused injuries to a 64-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear of the front vehicle. She sustained a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the collision.
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Crash▸A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A 26-year-old woman was hit while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 201 Street near Hollis Avenue. The driver was making a right turn and struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
2Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicles on 205 Street▸A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A sedan struck multiple parked vehicles on 205 Street. Two men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted. Damage hit the sedan's front and the parked cars' rear ends. Both occupants remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on 205 Street collided with several parked vehicles. The sedan's front center end impacted the rear ends of three parked cars and SUVs. Two male occupants, ages 21 and 45, were injured with neck pain and whiplash but were not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The front passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage primarily to the sedan's front and the parked vehicles' rear ends.
Unsafe Speed Causes Head-On Sedan Crash▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Two sedans smashed head-on on Hillside Avenue. One driver, 53, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed. Both cars took heavy front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 53-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. Both sedans sustained significant front-end damage. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea following the impact. No other contributing factors or errors by the victim were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Sedan in Queens Intersection▸A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles damaged on impact.
According to the police report, a 2016 Ford SUV, initially parked, collided with a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling south at 97-08 190 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV was damaged on its left rear bumper, and the sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights a driver error leading to injury and vehicle damage.
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.
- Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-08-26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
-
Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.
On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.
- Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-08-26