Our redesign will make McGuinness Boulevard safer for everyone on the street - whether you're biking, walking, or riding a bicycle," said Department of Transportation commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, in a statement. "We anticipate some minor delays during our implementation and we appreciate New Yorkers' patience as we deliver this life-saving work."
The redesign will remove one lane of vehicle traffic on the southern half of the roadway, in favor of a parking-protected bike lane, pedestrian islands to shorten crossing times and improve visibility, and designated loading zones.
The project is a success for local advocates and elected officials, who have worked for years to overhaul dangerous McGuinness Boulevard.
After several flip-flops - the most recent of which saw the city change its plans for the southern half of the road twice in quick succession - the northern half of McGuinness Boulevard retained both vehicle traffic lanes.
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