Congratulationson getting approved,
Now what?
When does it start ?
The day after the Mayor’s announcement
When will the barriers be provided?
Overnight or next morning after the announcement
Who will set up the barriers?
NYPD – your local precinct will set them up for 8 a.m.
Who will move the barriers at the end of the day and return them in the morning?
NYPD – your local precinct
Who will provide signage for the barriers?
1- DOT will bring signage the first day and you can request more signs if you need them .
2- You can also order larger signage[1] visible to drivers
What are the responsibilities of the block association ?
1- Communicate with residents and businesses : distribute this flyer[2]
2- Keep an eye on the barrier from time to time and close it if it was left open
What are the best practices for situating the barriers?
1- Block the entrance so that a car cannot pass , but a bike can pass.
2- If there is a bike lane on the avenue and a turn lane for vehicles to turn into the open street, install cones on the avenue where the turn lane starts
Useful contacts
DOT : cchattergoon@dot.nyc.gov
NYPD : your precinct
CHEKPEDS: excom@chekpeds.com
Community Board – Your community board –
Manahttan Community Board 4 : jpretente@cb.nyc.gov
Council Member: your council member
MCB4: Council Member Corey Johnson: CaWilson@council.nyc.gov