"Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated, 'This is an opportunity to rectify something that should have been done a long time ago, and also to have a lasting impact that will extend beyond the World Cup final.'"
"DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn emphasized, 'We're redesigning it pronto, we're giving pedestrians and cyclists each the space they need, creating a safer, more comfortable approach for everyone.'"
"The redesign comes after the city built a two-way protected bike lane along the Brooklyn Bridge's Manhattan-bound roadway in 2021, which nearly doubled daily bike ridership from 2,652 in 2021 to 5,625 last year."
The city Department of Transportation will redesign the Manhattan-side entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge, creating separate access for pedestrians and cyclists. This project aims to alleviate congestion and improve safety ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The redesign will begin in April and be completed by June. The initiative follows previous efforts to enhance bike access, which significantly increased ridership. The redesign is intended to provide a safer and more comfortable experience for all users of the bridge.
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