#street-safety

#street-safety

The Borough President advocates for critical street safety improvements in Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue rezoning proposal, emphasizing safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

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

Intro 103 adds bureaucratic burdens, while Intro 1138 could streamline street safety initiatives in New York City.

A new bill may hinder street safety improvements by increasing notice requirements for repurposing car storage spaces.

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.

New York City is addressing street safety concerns by proposing new regulations and infrastructure improvements for the growing use of e-bikes and mopeds.

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.

The need for advocating non-carceral strategies emphasizes the importance of meaningful consequences rather than reducing accountability for reckless driving.

Vision Zero safety improvements reduce parking spaces at 21st and Folsom intersection.

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

Calls for improved street safety and bike lanes in Sunset Park.

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.