Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Transportation Alternatives

City to Unveil ‘Look’ Bike Safety Campaign

By Brad Aaron | | 4 Comments
The New York City Department of Transportation will announce its anticipated new bike safety initiative at noon today in the South Plaza of Union Square.  From Transportation Alternatives:  Transportation Alternatives is proud to be part of New York City’s first citywide education campaign targeting cyclists and motorists, which will be officially launched later today. Developed […]

Infinite Jest

By Aaron Naparstek | | 4 Comments
Here’s a little back-to-school fun: With the help of an underground tunnel this group of 94 high school seniors from who-knows-where created a never-ending line of pedestrians crossing the street, not allowing a single car to pass for a full 15 minutes. Granted, it’s a bit man power-intensive but wow, is this ever an effective […]

Last Weekend of Summer Marked by Child’s Death

By Brad Aaron | | No Comments
The city’s public schools are back in session today, and students, parents and staff at P.S. 24 in Sunset Park should have a safer intersection to contend with at 38th St. and Fourth Ave., near a BQE off-ramp, following a simple signal timing adjustment. The Daily News reports: After months of community pressure, city Department of Transportation […]

New Pricing Poll Hits the Spin Cycle

By Brad Aaron | | 14 Comments
A Quinnipiac Poll released today shows that citywide support for congestion pricing remains consistent at 57 percent — compared to 58 percent a month ago — assuming fees can be used to prevent transit fare increases. Given those conditions, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens showed majority support for pricing, with Staten Island opposed (45% in favor to […]
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