Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Bicycle Safety

Cyclist Injuries Continue to Fall, Even as More New Yorkers Ride

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Cyclist injuries and fatalities continue to drop in New York City while riding increases dramatically. Source: Transportation Alternatives New York City’s streets are safer than ever for cyclists, according to new information gathered by Transportation Alternatives. Injury and fatality data from the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles show a continued decline in the number of […]

Complete Streets Bill Clears Senate Committee; Attention Turns to Gantt

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Legislation to require transportation projects in New York state to include pedestrian and bicycle access was reported out of the Senate transportation committee Tuesday. S5711, a.k.a. the Complete Streets Bill, would mandate that new and reconstructed public roads "accommodate all users," specifically pedestrians, cyclists and "individuals of all ages and mobility capabilities." Sponsored by Brooklyn […]