About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Whiplash 25
▸ Contusion/Bruise 16
▸ Abrasion 8
▸ Pain/Nausea 8
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Cambria Heights
- 2022 Gray Nissan Suburban (KHB9511) – 31 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2011 Lincoln Sedan (MSD1321) – 30 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 1983 Me/Be Coup (3834Z7) – 28 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2019 Black Toyota Suburban (DZK5745) – 21 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Nissan Suburban (LPP9376) – 19 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseCambria Heights: hurt at dawn, hit at dusk
Cambria Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Cambria Heights keeps the score in blood. Since 2022, there have been 849 crashes, with 547 injured and 2 people killed in this small area, led by cars and SUVs hitting people on foot most often. Nights are rough; injuries spike after dark. The worst hours run from midnight through the early morning, with steady harm again at rush and evening. The numbers come from the city’s own ledger.
Two deaths, many wounds
A 54‑year‑old driver died on the Cross Island Parkway on Feb. 29, 2024; police logged “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage” as a factor in the fatal record (CrashID 4706349). A 39‑year‑old on an “other motorized” vehicle died at 116th Ave and Nashville Blvd on June 26, 2025 (CrashID 4823380). The city lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.”
Pedestrians are hit again and again — 48 injured here since 2022 — most by sedans and SUVs. A 10‑year‑old on a bike was hurt at 229th St near 116th Ave last summer (CrashID 4738477). The log says head injury. The log also blames “error/confusion.” The child lived.
Where the road bites
The Cross Island Parkway is the top hot spot in this neighborhood, with 160 injuries and one death tied to it. Linden Boulevard racks up dozens of injuries. At 116th Ave, a man on an “other motorized” device died. These are not outliers. They are the pattern.
Harm clusters at night. From midnight to 5 a.m., injuries pile up — 28 at midnight, 10 at 1 a.m., 17 at 2 a.m., 8 at 3 a.m., 12 at 4 a.m., 12 at 5 a.m. The danger returns after work, with 42 injuries at 6 p.m. The city’s data lists inattention and failure to yield again and again among the top factors.
Hit, run, and gone
On Aug. 13, a driver hit a 52‑year‑old man crossing 155th Street at South Conduit Avenue near JFK and fled. “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene after hitting the man,” police said. He died at Jamaica Hospital. “The driver sped off without stopping,” another report said. No arrests.
The same day, a speeding car slammed into people ordering at a Queens food truck. “Two pedestrians were hit and killed … Witnesses say a speeding car slammed into the men,” CBS reported. The driver also died.
Power and duty
Repeat dangerous driving is not rare; the state Senate moved a bill to force speed limiters on cars tied to repeat violations. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes in committee on S4045. The bill would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who meet thresholds for points or camera tickets; it aims to cut the worst repeat harm. The Legislature also voted to keep school‑zone speed cameras running through 2030. Comrie and Assembly Member Clyde Vanel both voted yes in their chambers on S8344.
City Hall now has the power to drop speeds on local streets. Albany passed Sammy’s Law, and the city can set safer limits. The choice is theirs. The cost of delay is on our blocks.
What fixes here, now
This neighborhood bleeds at night. Start where the bodies fall.
- Daylight corners and harden turns on Springfield Blvd, Linden Blvd, and at 116th Ave. Cut blind angles. Slow turning cars.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals at signals. Give people a head start across.
- Target nighttime speeding on Cross Island Parkway service roads and Linden. Use focused enforcement where the data is worst.
Then do the things that end the pattern citywide. Lower the default speed. Rein in the repeat speeders. If you want that done faster, push them.
“Liberated,” then eight years
The wreckage we accept is not only local. In Queens, a man drove the wrong way on the Clearview and smashed into five cars. “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers as he purposefully drove the wrong way,” said Queens DA Melinda Katz. A jury convicted him. A judge gave him eight years. Lee told police he entered the expressway “in the wrong direction because I wanted to hurt people and I felt ‘liberated’ by what I had done,” according to the report.
The count does not stop
- In the last 12 months here: 286 crashes, 209 injured, 1 killed.
- This year to date: 198 crashes, 136 injured, 1 killed.
- Pedestrians hit most by sedans and SUVs.
- Nighttime is the danger window.
Names become numbers on the ledger. The pattern holds until someone breaks it.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Speeding Car Kills Pedestrians At Food Truck, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-13
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- S 8344 (speed cameras extension), NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amny, Published 2025-08-15
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Cambria Heights Cambria Heights sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14, Queens CB13.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Cambria Heights
10
SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Elderly Passenger▸Jan 10 - SUV struck sedan’s left doors in Queens. Seventy-seven-year-old woman in back seat hurt her shoulder and arm. She stayed conscious. No ejection. Both drivers licensed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV hit the left side doors of a westbound sedan on 231 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash injured a 77-year-old woman riding in the sedan’s right rear seat. She suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and reported whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan’s left side doors and the SUV’s front end were damaged.
9S 840
Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Jan 9 - Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
4S 343
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
25
Head-On SUV Collision Injures Driver▸Dec 25 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. One driver, age 30, was injured with a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
Sedan Driver Injured in Cross Island Parkway Crash▸Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
19
SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Jan 10 - SUV struck sedan’s left doors in Queens. Seventy-seven-year-old woman in back seat hurt her shoulder and arm. She stayed conscious. No ejection. Both drivers licensed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a northbound SUV hit the left side doors of a westbound sedan on 231 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash injured a 77-year-old woman riding in the sedan’s right rear seat. She suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and reported whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan’s left side doors and the SUV’s front end were damaged.
9S 840
Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Jan 9 - Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
4S 343
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
25
Head-On SUV Collision Injures Driver▸Dec 25 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. One driver, age 30, was injured with a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
Sedan Driver Injured in Cross Island Parkway Crash▸Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
19
SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Jan 9 - Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
4S 343
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
25
Head-On SUV Collision Injures Driver▸Dec 25 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. One driver, age 30, was injured with a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
Sedan Driver Injured in Cross Island Parkway Crash▸Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
19
SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Jan 4 - Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 343, Open States, Published 2023-01-04
25
Head-On SUV Collision Injures Driver▸Dec 25 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. One driver, age 30, was injured with a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
Sedan Driver Injured in Cross Island Parkway Crash▸Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
19
SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
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SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
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SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
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SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Dec 25 - Two SUVs collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers were male, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. One driver, age 30, was injured with a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Cross Island Parkway Crash▸Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
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SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
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SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
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SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Dec 22 - A 24-year-old woman driving a sedan on Cross Island Parkway suffered a head contusion. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on Cross Island Parkway. She sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet sedan traveling north, impacted with its left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain focus. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. Damage was noted on the right front bumper, suggesting a secondary impact or scrape. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even on straight roadways.
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SUV Hits Parked Lift Boom on 115 Avenue▸Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
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SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
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SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Dec 19 - A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside a 2022 SUV suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The SUV struck a parked lift boom truck on 115 Avenue. Driver inattention caused the collision. The injured was harnessed and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling east on 115 Avenue collided with a parked lift boom truck. The SUV's right front bumper struck the lift boom's left rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was inattentive and distracted, contributing to the crash. A 34-year-old male occupant riding outside the SUV was injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but was secured by a harness and not ejected. The lift boom driver was parked at the time. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3
Three Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Dec 3 - Three sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The 27-year-old female driver of a Nissan suffered back injuries and whiplash. All drivers were slowing or stopping at impact. Damage concentrated on front and rear bumpers.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway near Linden Boulevard. The 27-year-old female driver of a 2017 Nissan was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. All vehicles were traveling south and were slowing or stopping before impact. The Nissan's left front bumper struck the rear of a Toyota, which in turn was hit on its left rear bumper by a Honda. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Cross Island Parkway▸Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Nov 28 - A 51-year-old woman driving a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles were traveling south.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female driver of a 2013 Nissan SUV was injured in a collision on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV was struck on its left rear bumper by another vehicle, a 2012 BMW, which impacted with its right front bumper. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound at the time of the crash. The injured driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors noted. The driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
28
SUV Hits Parked Bus on Linden Boulevard▸Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Nov 28 - A 21-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a parked bus on Linden Boulevard. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The bus was stationary. The crash caused front-end damage to the SUV and rear damage to the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver of a 2015 Chevrolet SUV collided with a parked 2015 Nova bus on Linden Boulevard. The SUV was traveling east and struck the bus at its center back end. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The bus was parked and had one occupant. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The SUV had front-end damage; the bus had damage to its center back end. The driver was licensed in New York. No ejection occurred.
16
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Parked SUV▸Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Nov 16 - A 52-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm in Queens. A Toyota SUV making an improper U-turn collided with a parked Nissan SUV. The Toyota’s right front bumper was demolished. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was making a U-turn on 119-15 227 Street in Queens when it struck a parked Nissan SUV. The collision damaged the Toyota’s right front bumper and the Nissan’s right rear quarter panel. A 52-year-old female front passenger in the Toyota sustained contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error during the U-turn maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
15
Comrie Supports Busway Hour Reductions Against Permanent Busways▸Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Nov 15 - 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
11
Comrie Mentioned in Debate Over Misguided Speed Hump Delays▸Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Nov 11 - 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
7
Pedestrian Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Nov 7 - Two SUVs collided on 115 Road in Queens. A 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal was injured. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 115 Road in Queens at 6:17 a.m. Both drivers were traveling west and failed to yield right-of-way, contributing to the crash. A 37-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection was struck and injured. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists driver errors as failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely. Both vehicles had front-end damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted.
27
Bus Passenger Hurt in Linden Boulevard Crash▸Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Oct 27 - A bus passenger was injured and left semiconscious after a crash on Linden Boulevard in Queens. Passenger distraction played a role. The man suffered arm injuries, pain, and nausea.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male passenger on a 2011 Nova bus was injured when the bus, traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Queens, struck an object or vehicle with its right front bumper. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were noted in the data. The crash damaged the bus's right front bumper. The passenger's safety equipment and exact position in the vehicle are unknown.
4
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide Injuring Three Passengers▸Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
29
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
17
Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
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Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Oct 4 - Two vehicles collided on 235 Street in Queens. A 2017 SUV struck a 2006 sedan. Three passengers, ages 8 and 15, suffered back and neck injuries with whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. Damage hit the SUV’s front and sedan’s rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on 235 Street collided with a 2006 Honda sedan traveling south. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right rear quarter panel with its center front end. Three passengers, all occupants of the vehicles, were injured: an 8-year-old female and two 15-year-old males. They suffered back and neck injuries and complained of whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts at the time. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes. The drivers were both licensed females from New Jersey and New York. The crash caused damage to the front of the SUV and the rear quarter panel of the sedan.
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SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon Driver▸Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-08-26
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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.
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Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-08-26
Sep 29 - A 62-year-old woman driving a station wagon suffered back injuries and whiplash in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV struck the center back end of her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old female driver of a station wagon was injured in a rear-end collision on Cross Island Parkway. She suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed female driver, struck the center back end of the station wagon. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors for either vehicle. The impact caused injury to the station wagon driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Two Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard▸Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
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Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Sep 17 - Two sedans crashed at Linden Boulevard in Queens. One driver, 56, suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight. No visible damage. Police list no clear cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Linden Boulevard and 223rd Street in Queens. Both drivers were women, licensed in New York. One driver, age 56, was injured with chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. Neither car showed visible damage. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
13
Sedan Hits Parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard▸Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Sep 13 - A sedan making a right turn struck a parked SUV on Nashville Boulevard in Queens. The impact hit the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center back end. A 69-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Nashville Boulevard made a right turn and collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. A 69-year-old female occupant in the sedan, seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and was conscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
26
Comrie Warns Against Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions▸Aug 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
26
Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Aug 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
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Comrie Warns Broad Congestion Pricing Exemptions Create Major Problems▸Aug 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
Aug 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