Jun 8 - State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal wants OMNY to work with Citi Bike. He calls for a unified payment system to break down barriers for riders. The move could make bike-share easier, but fractured agencies and costly upgrades stand in the way.

On June 8, 2023, State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Midtown West) urged the MTA and Lyft to integrate OMNY, the city’s contactless fare system, with Citi Bike. In a letter, Hoylman-Sigal wrote, "We urge you to create a unified payment system as expeditiously as possible." The proposal aims to remove barriers for would-be Citi Bike users and address issues like vandalized QR codes. The bill is a policy proposal, not yet in committee or up for a vote. Hoylman-Sigal’s push highlights the fractured nature of New York’s fare systems, with separate payments for subways, bikes, ferries, and regional trains. While OMNY integration could streamline access, technical and financial hurdles remain. The MTA and Cubic, OMNY’s contractor, say they are reviewing expansion opportunities. No direct safety impact assessment was provided.

• Manhattan Pol Wants OMNY to Work With Citi Bike, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - Two sedans crashed at Richmond Terrace and Lake Avenue. A woman driving was hurt in the arm and shoulder. Impact tore metal. Both drivers licensed. Police cite other vehicular factors. No ejections. No pedestrians or cyclists.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at Richmond Terrace and Lake Avenue. One car went straight west, the other turned left northbound. The crash struck the left front bumper of the westbound sedan and the right side doors of the turning car. A 42-year-old woman driving was injured, suffering contusions and upper arm wounds. She wore a lap belt and harness. Both drivers held New York licenses. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No one was ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635664 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

May 31 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

May 27 - A motorcycle struck the left rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on Forest Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. The SUV driver was distracted at the time of collision.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west collided with the left rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn eastbound on Forest Avenue. The motorcyclist, a 33-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention during the turn. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the motorcycle and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632732 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 24 - Transit faces a cliff. Pandemic gutted ridership and revenue. Federal law blocks agencies from using funds for daily operations. Cuts loom: fewer trains, fewer buses, more danger for those who walk and ride. Labor calls Congress to act. Streets will pay the price.

On May 24, 2023, Greg Regan, president of the Transportation Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, published an urgent call for federal action. The piece, titled 'Feds Must Give Transit the Support (And Flexibility) It Needs Right Now,' demands Congress let transit agencies use federal funds for operating costs, not just capital projects. Regan warns, 'This flaw in federal policy is squeezing communities around the country.' He highlights looming service cuts in cities like New York, Boston, and Atlanta. Regan opposes current restrictions and supports permanent change. The opinion, published in Streetsblog NYC, reflects labor’s stance: without operational funding, transit shrinks, and vulnerable riders—those who walk, bike, or rely on buses and trains—face greater risk. No council bill number or committee applies; this is a national advocacy push.

• Opinion: Feds Must Give Transit the Support (And Flexibility) It Needs Right Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-24

May 19 - The city’s Ninth Street redesign faces sharp criticism after a cyclist’s death. Family and advocates say the plan skips key safety fixes. Jersey barriers leave gaps. Pedestrian islands and bike signals are missing. The city delays. Danger remains.

On May 19, 2023, the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) latest redesign proposal for Ninth Street in Gowanus drew fire at a Community Board 6 meeting. The plan, discussed in the Transportation and Public Safety Committees, adds buffer-protected bike lanes and some jersey barriers, but skips driveways and omits pedestrian islands, raised intersections, and bicycle signals. Maxime Le Munier, whose wife Sarah Schick was killed by a truck driver on Ninth Street, said, “What we want is to guarantee everyone’s safety, and it seems like it’s going to fall short.” Community Board 6 Transportation Chair Doug Gordon and Public Safety Chair Jerry Armer echoed calls for stronger, faster action. Council Member Hanif hosted a recent event on the issue. The committees unanimously approved the DOT proposal with conditions: more pedestrian safety, more traffic calming, and a comprehensive plan for all of Ninth Street. DOT has not set a timeline. Schick’s family is suing the city for $100 million, alleging negligence.

• Widowed Husband of Slain Cyclist Says Ninth Street Redesign ’Falls Short’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-19

May 18 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked pick-up truck on Wright Avenue. The sedan’s driver, a 26-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved passing too closely. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 2019 sedan driven by a 26-year-old woman collided with a parked pick-up truck on Wright Avenue. The sedan struck the truck’s left rear bumper with its right front bumper. The driver sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630301 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

May 15 - A 36-year-old woman was struck while off the roadway on Richmond Avenue. The sedan backed unsafely, hitting her hip and upper leg. She suffered bruises but remained conscious. Driver inattention contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Richmond Avenue backed unsafely and struck a 36-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was not in the roadway at the time of the collision. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629128 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 9 - A 51-year-old man was hit by a pick-up truck making a left turn on Richmond Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the truck struck him with its left front bumper. He suffered a concussion and upper arm injury.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling south on Richmond Avenue made a left turn and struck a pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian, a 51-year-old man, sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The impact occurred at the truck's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4627951 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 8 - A 14-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured in the back after an SUV backed unsafely on Amity Place. The bike struck the SUV’s center back end. The rider wore a helmet and suffered bruises and back injury.

According to the police report, an SUV backing south on Amity Place collided with a northbound 14-year-old bicyclist. The SUV’s unsafe backing caused the crash, impacting the bike’s right side doors with the SUV’s center back end. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained back injuries and contusions. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The SUV showed no damage, indicating the impact was primarily on the bike and rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 7 - A 29-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on Simonson Avenue. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver showed signs of inattention. The vehicle had no visible damage.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling north on Simonson Avenue. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan struck the pedestrian with its center front end but showed no vehicle damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No other factors or victim actions were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626816 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 4 - Work starts on Ocean Parkway’s battered bike lane after years of cracks and broken promises. Cyclists still face danger. Parks closed the path but failed to set a safe detour. Riders dodge cars, confusion, and construction. The city drags its feet.

The Ocean Parkway bike lane repair project, funded in 2019 by then-Borough President Eric Adams and former Council Member Mark Treyger, finally began in May 2023 after years of delays. The $2.6-million, seven-block overhaul—managed by the Parks Department—targets the cracked 1894 path between avenues R and X. Construction, delayed by the pandemic and contract issues, will continue through March 2024. The Parks Department closed the northernmost block but failed to provide a safe, legal detour for cyclists, leaving them to navigate dangerous service roads and unclear signage. Treyger celebrated the start on social media, thanking advocates. Jon Orcutt of Bike New York criticized Parks for slow, unsafe detour practices, saying, 'They should be working on it based on function.' Lawmakers have introduced legislation to speed up Parks capital projects. Cyclists remain at risk until the city fixes its broken process.

• Ocean Parkway Bike Lane Fixes Finally Begin After Years of Delays, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-04

May 3 - New York City will cut 150,000 free parking spots for trash containers. The pilot starts in West Harlem this fall. The plan clears sidewalks, targets rats, and reclaims space for people. Council member Abreu and advocates back the move. Change is coming.

The Department of Sanitation announced a pilot to eliminate 150,000 free residential parking spaces for trash containerization. The program, starting fall 2023 in West Harlem, covers up to 10 residential blocks and 14 public schools. The DSNY report, with McKinsey input, finds containerization viable for most neighborhoods. The matter aims to 'remove garbage bags from sidewalks' and address public health. Council member Shaun Abreu supports the initiative, calling current practices 'backwards' and endorsing large-scale containerization. Advocates like CHEKPEDS founder Christine Berthet support repurposing parking for trash containers, citing sidewalk access. The city will double trash collection in the pilot area, with $5.7 million allocated. The plan faces challenges in dense areas, but signals a shift toward safer, cleaner streets for all.

• Sanitation: Trash Containerization Can Be Done With a Historic Reuse of Parking; Pilot to Start This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-03

Apr 29 - Two SUVs crashed head-on on Walker Street. A 3-year-old passenger suffered a facial bruise. Both vehicles hit center front ends. Driver distraction caused the collision. The child was restrained and conscious after impact.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Walker Street. The crash involved a westbound SUV changing lanes and an eastbound SUV traveling straight. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old male occupant in the right rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion but remained conscious. The child was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, including outside car distraction. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4624522 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 26 - Charles Komanoff pitches a once-a-month free trip for every household into Manhattan’s congestion zone. He says it could break the political deadlock. The plan keeps most benefits: less traffic, faster buses, more transit cash. Regular drivers would pay more. Occasional drivers get a break.

On April 26, 2023, Charles Komanoff proposed a policy tweak to New York’s stalled congestion pricing plan. The plan, passed by the state legislature in 2019, remains stuck in federal review. Komanoff suggests, 'let’s give every household in the 12-county MTA region a single untolled trip per month into the congestion zone.' He argues this would address fairness concerns and soften opposition from occasional drivers. The freebie would cut annual net revenues by $110 million, but Komanoff says this could be offset by raising tolls for regular commuters. The proposal aims to preserve congestion pricing’s core goals: less traffic, faster travel, and more funding for transit. Komanoff’s compromise seeks to break the political stalemate and keep the city moving.

• KOMANOFF: Could a Once-a-Month Freebie Save Congestion Pricing?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-04-26