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Posted inComplete Streets, Pedestrian safety, Sidewalk, Traffic Justice

2022 was a banner year for safe transportation. #3

by Team Chekpeds
Major Citywide milestones brought about by many activists: we are thankful to Transportation Alternatives, Families for Safe Streets, Open Plans, Streetsblog, Streetspac , Riders Alliance, Tri State Transportation Campaign and many more for their efforts in changing the big picture… Read more “2022 was a banner year for safe transportation. #3”
Posted inPedestrian safety, Sidewalk

Expanded sidewalks and open streets are game changers for People with Disabilities

by Team Chekpeds
Martin Treat Co-founder of CHEKPEDS An Alternative for People with DisabilitiesEvery Veterans Day I join the parade up Fifth Avenue in my electric wheelchair.I lost the ability to walk because of my exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam and I… Read more “Expanded sidewalks and open streets are game changers for People with Disabilities”
Posted inCHEKPEDS, Penn Station, Transit

Penn Station minus Vornado: three Manhattan blocks are still at risk

by Team Chekpeds
After the (not surprising) Vornado’s announcement putting the development part of the project on the back burner, many residents and businesses are relieved that their office or residences will not be razed. They couldn’t be more wrong. First Vornado: We… Read more “Penn Station minus Vornado: three Manhattan blocks are still at risk”