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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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Pedestrian Victory : 9th Avenue to be treated as a “Senior” Zone

A DOT consultant has initiated a review of 9th Avenue from 34th to 50th Streets from 8th to 10th Avenue, to identify traffic calming measures adequate to the large concentration of seniors in the area. Two measures have already been… Read more “Pedestrian Victory : 9th Avenue to be treated as a “Senior” Zone”
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DOT shows a realistic simulation of Hell’s Kitchen traffic at the study’s fourth PAC meeting

We wish to thank Margaret Forgione and Andrew Lenton for a very informative meeting on June 28th, 2010. We respectfully request that a higher priority be assigned to this project with matching focus and resources. Any more delay will jeopardize… Read more “DOT shows a realistic simulation of Hell’s Kitchen traffic at the study’s fourth PAC meeting”
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34th Street Transitway Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting #1

On 15 June 2010, the NYC DOT held the first Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting.  The CAC is composed of a broad range of stakeholders, including elected officials, Community Board members, civic/neighborhood groups, business organizations, and major area institutions. The… Read more “34th Street Transitway Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting #1”