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Biking in Community Board 11 in Queens. Photo: DOT

City’s Proposed Eastern Queens Bike Network Needs Work, Activists Say

By Eve Kessler | Jun 23, 2022 | No Comments

The city's proposal for a protected bike-lane network in a dangerous section of Eastern Queens is better, but still lacks important connections that compromise its safety, activists say.

The cover of the DOT presentation shows pretty clearly what's wrong with Schermerhorn Street. Photo: DOT

At Long Last, City Unveils Schermerhorn Street Redesign

By Julianne Cuba | May 25, 2022 | No Comments

A new two-way protected bike lane and pedestrian improvements are coming to Downtown Brooklyn, said city officials — who are, finally, not seeking approval from the local community board.

What South End Avenue could be. Source: BPCA

Battery Park City Residents Don’t Want South End Avenue Safety Redesign

By Julianne Cuba | Apr 20, 2022 | No Comments

Safety and cycling — what could be worse for a neighborhood that will be one of the first to be submerged if the world doesn't arrest climate change?

Council Member Erik Bottcher (center) and his safe streets posse. Photo: Dave Colon

Manhattan Council Member Demands Safety Improvements on 10th and 11th Aves

By Dave Colon | Feb 3, 2022 | No Comments

“We essentially have four-lane highways running through the heart of our community,” said new Council Member Erik Bottcher.

Borough President Mark Levine wants to know: Do you own a car? Photo: David Meyer

Manhattan BP Looks To ‘Balance’ Community Boards By Asking if Applicants Own a Car

By Dave Colon | Jan 18, 2022 | No Comments

Wanted: fewer car owners.

Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn is a successful open street, but too many others have challenges. It will take a city focus on public space management to ensure that people-centered placemaking thrives. File photo: Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council

What NYC Needs Now: Public Space Management

By Eve Kessler | Jun 8, 2021 | No Comments

A lively online session looks at the promise and pitfalls of open streets.

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