Schumer Calls for Increased Transit Spending, Slams Christie
In a speech at a Crain's breakfast this morning, Senator Chuck Schumer called for reinvesting in infrastructure, including repairs to New York's existing transportation system and new transit projects. Schumer also blasted New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for killing the ARC tunnel and for his proposal to use Port Authority funds to pay for maintaining New Jersey roads.
January 18, 2011
Quinn, Garodnick, AAA Oppose FDNY Crash Fees at Public Hearing
At a public hearing held by the Fire Department this morning, every person who testified spoke against charging a fee for FDNY response to traffic crashes, calling it inappropriate to make drivers pay for what they said ought to be a basic government function.
January 14, 2011
Plenty of Authorities Fail State’s Transparency Test, But Not the MTA
It might be naive to think that New York politicians will one day stop accusing the MTA of mismanagement, shady bookkeeping and a lack of transparency. Few have the integrity or willpower to resist such a highly visible and convenient punching bag. But under its current leadership, the MTA continues to show itself to be one of the more accountable public authorities in the state.
January 13, 2011
City Crowdsourcing Tool Could Help Cyclists During Snowy Commutes
The weather's given New York City a lot of opportunities to experiment with new responses to snow in the wake of the post-Christmas blizzard.
January 13, 2011
Meet Cuomo’s Point Man on the MTA: Jim Malatras
The Cuomo Administration's transportation policy is still taking shape, but here's a name to watch: Jim Malatras. As Cuomo's new deputy secretary for policy management, Malatras will be a top advisor on all major transportation decisions, including how transit riders fare in the upcoming budget.
January 12, 2011
In Great Wal-Mart Debate, Will City Council Question Big-Box Development?
Here comes Wal-Mart.
January 12, 2011
New NYC Park Design Guidelines Envision Greater Role for Biking and Walking
A properly designed park must help promote cycling and walking, according to new city guidelines. "High Performance Landscape Guidelines: 21st Century Parks for NYC," a new blueprint for the design, construction and maintenance of the city's parks, puts forward a transportation vision with active modes at the center.
January 11, 2011
City Shows Off Plan to Reclaim Astor Place for Pedestrians [Updated]
Plans to transform another asphalt tangle into a great public space are moving forward at Astor Place, and Curbed has the details. With significant street space being reclaimed for pedestrians, the plan should serve as a new gathering place in the East Village and make the neighborhood safer for walking.
January 7, 2011