David Meyer
David was Streetsblog’s do-it-all New York City beat reporter from 2015 to 2019. He returned as deputy editor in 2023 after a three-year stint at the New York Post.
Restler Bill to Cap E-Bike Fees Sets The Bar High for Citi Bike’s Future
Lincoln Restler's new bill to cap the cost of a Citi Bike e-bike trip at the cost of a subway ride treats bike-share as public transportation.
Council Bill Could Chill Citizen Reporting That Dramatically Boosted Idling Enforcement
Sweeping proposed changes to city's citizen commercial idling enforcement program will "chill" public participation, opponents warn.
Friday’s Headlines: Greening Medians Edition
From mean streets to green streets? Yes, thanks to a Council bill.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Idle Chit-Chat Edition
Curbed gives its readers a first-hand view of the city's prolific citizen idling enforcers. Plus more news.
City School Year to Start Without Promised Bus Stop Cameras
Automated stop-sign enforcement won't be enabled on New York City school buses in time for the first day of class on Thursday.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Bumbling On About Bike-Share Edition
The mayor promised public funding for bike-share when he ran for office in 2021. Has that time finally come? Plus more news.
City Reverses Course and Bans More Idling Near Schools and Parks
The one-minute idling rule for vehicles near schools and parks will apply to vehicles parked next to, across from or on the same block, DEP said.
Friday’s Headlines: Return of the Sinkhole Edition
The Hudson River Greenway's uptown sinkhole sinks again. Plus more news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Outdoor Dining Down Edition
Mood Ring in Bushwick is the latest establishment to take down its outdoor dining set-up after new city rules went into effect earlier this month. Plus more news.
Report: Hot Bus Stops Are Overwhelmingly Concentrated in Low-Income Communities
"You're smoking hot" is definitely not a compliment to a bus rider in most low-income areas of the city.