Sidewalk – CHEKPEDS

Preserve our pedestrian space for walking Please sign the petition

by Team Chekpeds4 days agoMay 10, 2026

Petition : https://c.org/5WTMCZjyBv I our beloved City, we take pride in the vibrant community and the bustling streets. However, as charming as this is , it faces an issue that cannot be overlooked: our sidewalks are becoming overcrowded, primarily due… Read more

9th Avenue Renaissance, Complete Streets, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk

What’s happening on 9th Avenue?

by Team Chekpeds4 days agoMay 10, 2026

Screenshot Yes it is a mess, but with a silver lining! Have you noticed how slow the drivers go? the avenue is much less intimidating and feel safer for pedestrians. This is way less expensive than speed bumps, speed cameras… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Complete Streets, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk, Transit

Join us: more pedestrian/bike space and a bus lane coming to Hell’s Kitchen

by Team ChekpedsMarch 14, 2026March 14, 2026

Finally after years of study, DOT is poised to install a major upgrade to the 9th Avenue corridor in Hell’s Kitchen, and complete previous installations: this includes a new bus lane, a wider bike lane and a super sidewalk! Join… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk

Why not clear the sidewalk?

by Team ChekpedsFebruary 24, 2026February 24, 2026

Snow removal in New York City is incredibly inefficient and unfair. In a city with 2 million drivers and 6 million walkers, prioritizing the largest, least fortunate majority is crucial. Priority should be given to clearing the bus lanes, corners,… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Sidewalk

Happy New Year

by Team ChekpedsJanuary 12, 2026January 12, 2026

With a mayor who gets it and the new Commissioner of DOT who has a deep experience in pedestrian and bike projects, ( we have worked with him on the super sidewalk of 8th Avenue ) we are poised for… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Sidewalk

The endless battle for sidewalk space PLEASE TESTIFY

by Team ChekpedsNovember 16, 2025November 16, 2025

The city council’s transportation committee will be hearing two open dining bills that threaten to shrink pedestrian space as well as preclude daylighting. I urge you to testify, talk to your colleagues, and stand strong to protect our ever-shrinking walking space. November 24, 2025,… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk

Take control of your lane

by Team ChekpedsNovember 16, 2025November 16, 2025

Screenshot Walkmapper, the powerful app for pedestrians is now available for download. The Walkmapper mobile app makes it easy for pedestrians to report problems or request new street features on the go, while increasing their chances to get a resolution.… Read more

CHEKPEDS, Sidewalk

A slew of good news for pedestrians in New York City and District 4

by Team ChekpedsMay 25, 2025May 25, 2025

Pedestrian paradise: 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028. Currently, 5th Avenue includes five traffic lanes and two 23-foot sidewalks. While pedestrians account for 70% of traffic on the avenue, only 46% of the space is currently allocated to them.… Read more

Clean Air, Congestion, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk

The truth about Western Rail Yards rezoning: it does not work

by Team ChekpedsJanuary 12, 2025January 29, 2025

Screenshot Manahttan CB4 has taken the unusual position to oppose the rezoning proposed by Related Company with or without a Casino. While there is an obvious disconnect with the State , City and MCB4’s objective of creating housing , there… Read more

Sidewalk

Massive victory: penalties eliminated on Jaywalking

by Team ChekpedsDecember 28, 2024January 11, 2025

In September 2024, the City Council passed legislation allowing pedestrians to cross the street at any time without adhering to traffic signals. The law allowing jaywalking officially goes into effect in February 2025 . This is a watershed moment for… Read more