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Anti-Vision Zero Town Hall Postponed After Pols Bail Following Little Boy’s Death
Opponents of Vision Zero decided against criticizing the city's signature road safety initiative on Thursday night — and all it took was the killing of a little boy.
Upper West Sider Arrested For Attempt to Block DOT Open Street Project
She gave up her freedom for a parking space.
Popular Fort Greene Open Street Fizzles After City Pulls Support
DOT reassigned its contractor, and this open street — which once hosted rollicking dance parties — is history.
EYES ON THE STREET: Drivers Dominate Former W. 22nd Open Street
Meh. The barriers are gone and the cars are back on W. 22nd, but some spaces for people remain.
Another Flip-Flop: City Hall Allegedly Pauses Almost-Done Underhill Ave. Bike Boulevard
City Hall is intervening in yet another street redesign project, and supporters fear it could be the start of dismantling other improvements.
Monday’s Headlines: ‘What is Up With All These Flip-Flops, Mayor?’ Edition
It's the same old story with this mayor and his chief adviser, Ingrid Lewis-Martin. Plus other news.
DOT Installs ‘Banker’s Anchor’ Pedestrian Plaza in Greenpoint
At least this Greenpoint street safety project is moving along!
Fight Over a Single UWS Open Street is So Bitter, Council Member Called in a Mediator
We've seen divorces that were more amiable than a battle over a single roadway on the Upper West Side.
SEE IT: Streets Can Be So Much More than Car Sewers
Vital City asked architects and designers to re-envision concrete and pavement without cars. The results were awesome.
DOT Proposes Permanent Traffic Calming For W. 22nd Open Street, Despite Driver Backlash
The open street will get permanent traffic-calming infrastructure because DOT didn't bow to some locals who opposed the upgrades due to "loss" of parking.
