At a town hall meeting attended by around 150 residents in Williamsburg, Mayor Adams engaged with the local Hasidic community about safety issues. Rabbi David Niederman expressed concerns over a new bike lane on Bedford Avenue, which he labeled 'dangerous' due to its perceived risks. However, NYC's Department of Transportation reassured attendees that the lane has reduced injuries by making the roadway safer. Despite fears of heated conflict, the meeting maintained a positive tone, fostering productive discussions about community safety and local issues.
Despite many threats to Jewish people, Rabbi Niederman's biggest concern was the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, which he deemed 'dangerous.'
Mayor Adams expressed strong ties with the community, with many speakers recalling his past as a police officer in Brooklyn, welcoming him like an old friend.
DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez explained that Bedford Avenue is safer since the bike lane installation, reducing injuries significantly by narrowing the roadway to slow speeding.
Although there were initial fears about conflict, the atmosphere at the town hall remained respectful and focused on community concerns without any dramatic situations.
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