The Department of Transportation's stance against universal daylighting has empowered pro-car advocates to oppose a bill promoting safety and visibility at crosswalks. A recent report from the DOT claimed that implementing daylighting measures would be unsafe, costing $3 billion and removing 300,000 parking spaces. This report's deficiencies were acknowledged by the DOT. The Council's Progressive Caucus aims to pass this legislation, which has garnered controversy, with right-wing politicians echoing exaggerated concerns over its impact on residents and misinterpreting the DOT's intentions regarding urban planning.
The Department of Transportation's report suggested that removing parking near crosswalks would cost $3 billion and eliminate 300,000 car spots, raising safety concerns.
The New York Post published outdated statistics regarding daylighting, neglecting to mention the flaws identified in the initial DOT report about safety and costs.
Council member Vernikov accused leftist activists of lacking urban planning insight and called for them to listen more to the public's concerns about transportation.
Borough President Fossella criticized the daylight plan, likening it to a huge financial burden on residents for a concept that shouldn't be implemented.
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