The MTA has upgraded the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, formerly known as the Triborough, to include accessible and cyclist-friendly paths that connect Manhattan, the Bronx, and Randall's Island. These new paths are now ADA-compliant, allowing for safe and legal biking across the bridge for the first time in its 89-year history. This enhancement is part of a broader $128 million initiative to improve access on MTA bridges, marking a shift towards supporting non-driving transit options. Officials and cycling advocates celebrate this development as a major milestone in urban cycling infrastructure.
The Triborough Bridge now features accessible paths for cyclists, connecting Manhattan, the Bronx, and Randall's Island, marking a significant development in urban cycling infrastructure.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber termed the new path "a biker's paradise" and emphasized the support for "last-mile" transit options in underserved neighborhoods.
Cycling advocates heralded the upgrades as a game-changer for bike traffic, envisioning Randall's Island as a vital hub for practical and recreational cycling in NYC.
The $128 million initiative reflects MTA's commitment to enhancing accessibility on its bridges, with the Triborough Bridge setting a precedent for future developments.
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