Traffic Deaths keep mounting in CB4 and elsewhere. Will NYPD keep us safe?
In spite of sustained efforts to make our roadways safer, there were 5 traffic deaths in CB4 in the last 12 months, versus 3 in 2018, a 67% increase. While one cyclist died, none of the deaths were due to bicycles. Injuries to cyclists increased by 16% while injuries to pedestrians decreased by 22%. This…
Congestion Pricing must benefit west side residents as well
Now that 40 MTA gantries have been installed around the Lincoln Tunnel entrances and exits (not a…
Longest Table 2.0 : Another day of bliss
600 New Yorkers gathered on West 21st Open Street, to break bread with their neighbors in the…
Deliveristas: a promising first step
State Senator Brad Hoylman and Council Member Gale Brewer joined Pedestrians for Bicycle Safety, CHEKPEDS and Los…
Take Action to avoid more loud music from restaurants
Chekpeds wrote to the City and to Council Member Bottcher urging them to think of neighbors and…
Join us to train and welcome cyclists
This Thursday, October 12th at 4pm at Balsley Park (W57th St & 9th Ave) we will join with Pedestrians…
Call to Action: Cargo bikes do not belong on sidewalks
The City is proposing to expand the definition of cargo bikes in order to reduce the number of trucks on our residential streets. The pedal assist electric vehicles would be up to 4ft wide, have 4 wheels and ride at 12mph. They would travel in the bike lanes. This is a positive development for all…
Make a difference: Summer Streets in our district
Summer Streets came back bigger and better offering car-free havens for walking, biking, and connecting with friends across every borough. This year’s expansion to 125th Street brought immense joy, but the potential is even greater. Why should it be reserved for Park Avenue? We invite you to make a difference by sending a letter to…
Dangerous cars for pedestrians shouldn’t earn a 5-star safety rating!
For the first time ever, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed to rate cars based on safety for pedestrians through its New Car Assessment Program, its five-star safety rating program advertised to consumers. Under the current proposal, a vehicle could receive a failing grade for pedestrian crashworthiness, but still earn a five-star…
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