Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville?
Blood on the Asphalt: Springfield Gardens Pays for City Hall’s Delay
Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Twelve dead. Nineteen left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same. In just over three years, Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville has seen 1,812 crashes. One thousand three hundred thirty-eight people hurt in the last three years, and four hundred in the last twelve months alone. The numbers are not just numbers. They are families, neighbors, children. They are lives cut short or changed forever. See NYC crash data.
The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, and Broken Bodies
Cars and SUVs kill. Trucks crush. In this corner of Queens, every death in the last year came from a car or truck. Not a single cyclist killed. Not a single moped. The violence is relentless and ordinary: a sedan on the Belt Parkway, a truck on the Nassau Expressway, a BMW at the intersection. The machines are different, but the outcome is the same. People die.
Leadership: Progress, Delay, and the Cost of Waiting
The city has the power to lower speed limits. Sammy’s Law passed. The tools are there. But the clock ticks. Two people killed so far this year. Last year, it was one. The year before, four. The trend is not down. It is steady. It is slow. It is not enough.
Local leaders have the chance to act. They can push for lower speed limits, more cameras, safer crossings. They can fight for the living, not just mourn the dead. But every delay is another family left to grieve.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by someone in power, or someone who looked away. If you live here, you know the streets. You know the danger. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand action.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville
S 4045Sanders votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7678Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7678Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
-
File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
S 7678Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7678Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
-
File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
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Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
S 7678Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
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Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
S 7785Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
2SUV Collision on 145 Road Injures Passengers▸Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two SUVs crashed on 145 Road. Passengers took the hit. Two suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two station wagons collided on 145 Road at Farmers Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they crashed. Two passengers, a 21-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, suffered arm injuries and bruises. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers vulnerable. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-06-10
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
- File S 915, Open States, Published 2025-06-09
S 915Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
-
File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
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Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
- File S 915, Open States, Published 2025-06-09
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway Exit, Multiple Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two SUVs crashed on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound. Three people suffered injuries—drivers and a rear passenger. Impact struck center front and back ends. Police cite following too closely. Pain, abrasions, and back injuries marked the aftermath.
Two station wagons—both SUVs—collided on Belt Parkway Exit 23 Eastbound in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 31-year-old male driver with knee and leg pain, a 39-year-old female rear passenger with back pain, and a 28-year-old male driver with back abrasions. Four others, including a child, were listed as occupants but did not report injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. Lap belts were used by those injured. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Int 1287-2025Brooks-Powers co-sponsors student bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
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File Int 1287-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.
Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.
- File Int 1287-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-28
S 8117Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
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Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-05-27
SUVs Rear-End Sedan on Guy R Brewer Blvd▸Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two SUVs slammed into a sedan’s rear on Guy R Brewer Boulevard. Metal crumpled. Two drivers hurt—one with a bruised arm, another with back pain. Police cited following too closely. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
Three vehicles collided on Guy R Brewer Boulevard at North Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two SUVs struck the rear of a sedan. Two drivers were injured: one suffered a contusion to the arm, the other reported back pain. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Both SUVs hit the sedan’s center back end with their front ends. All drivers were licensed. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the risk when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented in the police report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
-
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
- Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-21
Richards Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
-
Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
- Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-19
Rear-End Collision on S Conduit Avenue Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two sedans collided on S Conduit Ave. One driver suffered chest injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.
Two sedans crashed on S Conduit Avenue near 230 Place in Queens. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' One driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured with a chest contusion. The other occupants, including both drivers and passengers, had unspecified or no reported injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other in the center front. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
3Taxi Slams Sedan on Belt Parkway; Three Hurt▸A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
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Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
A taxi struck a sedan’s rear on Belt Parkway. Three people suffered injuries—two passengers, one driver. The crash left bruises and whiplash. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. Pain lingered.
A taxi crashed into the back of a sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 22-year-old male passenger and a 64-year-old female passenger suffered back and head injuries, while a 26-year-old male driver reported whiplash. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the taxi, heading east, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data.
2Taxi and Sedan Collide on Belt Parkway▸Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two drivers hurt on Belt Parkway. Taxi and sedan crash head-on. Both men in shock. Police cite traffic control ignored. Metal, glass, pain. System failed again.
A taxi and a sedan collided on Belt Parkway in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 37 and 50, were injured and reported in shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The taxi was parked before the crash; the sedan was moving straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
Richards Criticizes Conduit Boulevard Safety and Design Failures▸Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
-
Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Five dead. Forty badly hurt. The Conduit slices through Queens and Brooklyn, fast and wide. DOT will study a fix. Borough presidents called for urgent change. The city will listen to neighbors. The old highway’s days are numbered. Lives hang in the balance.
""The current state of the Conduit falls significantly short of meeting the needs of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. It's confusing, it's poorly designed ... and we know the lack of sufficient pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes it even more dangerous for the neighbors of Queens and Brooklyn."" -- Donovan J. Richards
On May 13, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a city-funded public engagement process for a major safety redesign of Conduit Boulevard, a three-mile corridor linking Atlantic Avenue to the Belt Parkway and JFK Airport. The project follows urgent requests in 2023 from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, "Brooklyn and Queens deserve a Conduit Boulevard that improves daily life, not a roadway that puts pedestrians and drivers at risk and physically divides entire neighborhoods." The corridor has seen five deaths and 40 severe injuries in five years. The median’s dirt paths show heavy pedestrian use, but only 15 crosswalks span the stretch. The public process begins in June and may run into 2026. The redesign aims to end decades of danger for vulnerable road users.
- Can New York City Fix Its Deadly ‘Conduit’ to JFK Airport?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-End Crash on Guy R Brewer Blvd Injures Two▸Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
Two SUVs collided on Guy R Brewer Blvd. A rear passenger suffered head wounds and severe bleeding. Another driver complained of pain. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
Two SUVs crashed on Guy R Brewer Blvd at 146 Dr in Queens. A 61-year-old rear passenger suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. A 35-year-old driver reported pain across his body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' No other contributing factors were listed. The impact left two people injured. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.