#street-safety

#street-safety

City Council mandates DOT to enhance transparency in street safety projects after failing to meet benchmarks.

Streetsblog hires Amy Sohn to cover New York state legislature, emphasizing the importance of journalism in holding leaders accountable.

The final redesign of McGuinness Boulevard prioritizes traffic flow over street safety, leading to community dissatisfaction.

New Yorkers can enhance their safety with a new app that pairs pedestrians in a buddy system for safer walks.

Business concerns are hindering essential street safety improvements in Brooklyn.

New law restricts parking near crosswalks to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce accidents.

New California law prohibits parking near crosswalks to improve safety for pedestrians and reduce vehicular accidents.

The election of a supportive mayor is crucial for enhancing San Francisco's street safety initiatives amidst rising pedestrian fatalities.

Electric bikes and protected lanes significantly improve commuting for individuals with disabilities.

Gov. Hochul proposed treating heavy electric bikes like mopeds, but advocates criticized the plan as ineffective for street safety.

The introduction of Bill 606 aims to regulate e-bikes for improved street safety but raises concerns among delivery workers regarding increased targeting and legal risks.

Hoboken's e-bike registration program fails to improve safety; education and infrastructure are crucial for effective regulation of delivery workers.

The rise in pedestrian fatalities in 2024 is primarily linked to an increase in driving.

Targeted enforcement and respect for road rules are crucial for improving street safety.

Jessica Tisch's appointment signals potential reforms in the NYPD focused on street safety compliance and accountability.

Residents of Greenpoint protested the city's reduced bike lane plans for McGuinness Boulevard, feeling ignored by Mayor Adams and the Department of Transportation.

Sally Meadows prioritizes street safety in Los Altos, even at the expense of the city's rural aesthetic.

New York City DOT is reimbursing businesses to shift truck deliveries to evening hours to reduce traffic congestion and emissions.

Paris's street design, especially mid-block crosswalks, prioritizes pedestrian safety more effectively than New York's corner-oriented intersections.