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10 Years of fights and successes for safer streets

CHEKPEDS was founded in September 2005. With a bit of delay,  we are taking time to reflect  on the last 10 years, the joys, the frustrations and overall the great progress YOU have accomplished with us and the help of… Read more “10 Years of fights and successes for safer streets”
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Learn about the proposed Hudson Yards Business Improvement District

Benefits For Everyone, Not Just For Businesses! Informational Meeting #1 Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Orion, 350 W 42nd Street, 31st Floor Informational Meeting #2 Thursday, April 25, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Covenant House, 460 W 41st… Read more “Learn about the proposed Hudson Yards Business Improvement District”
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2010: After five years of activism, we are grateful for a safer year for pedestrians

At its December meeting, CHEKPEDS board took stock of the year’s accomplishments. We have much to celebrate in addition to our fifth year anniversary: safety improvements such as the safe route for seniors project in Hell’s Kitchen , DOT’s publication… Read more “2010: After five years of activism, we are grateful for a safer year for pedestrians”
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CALL TO ACTION: One Click to Stop IIlegal Noise from Double Decker Tour Buses

The tour bus industry has flaunted New York City’s noise code for five years by using loudspeakers on open-air double-decker sightseeing buses. The repeated incursions of these buses at five minutes intervals , seven days a week, as late as… Read more “CALL TO ACTION: One Click to Stop IIlegal Noise from Double Decker Tour Buses”