In Pursuit of the Pedestrian Paradise: Why NYC Needs Another Greenway Grant

In New York City’s sprawling urban landscape, where concrete and steel vie for supremacy, the subtle charm of pedestrian pathways and bike lanes often goes unnoticed. Yet these arteries of non-motorized travel promise a future brimming with sustainability, safety, and a touch of serenity amidst the urban cacophony. With last year’s resounding success in securing… Read More In Pursuit of the Pedestrian Paradise: Why NYC Needs Another Greenway Grant

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Intersection Intervention: Clearing the Way for Safety with Intro 1138

New York State law currently prohibits parking within 20 feet of an intersection with a crosswalk. However, New York City has long exempted itself from this critical regulation.  Traditionally, vehicles were lower to the ground with longer hoods, allowing drivers to maintain better visibility even when others parked their cars at the intersection.  But in… Read More Intersection Intervention: Clearing the Way for Safety with Intro 1138

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Riding into Controversy: Who Is Really Being Attacked from Ebike Regulations?

Vickie Paladino is supporting new legislation that hurts Queens residents because she claims “migrant gangs” are using ebikes to commit crimes. Although this crime conspiracy theory has no connection to reality, bill 606 is unfortunately very real, and you don’t have to be a racist who hate kids biking who are supporting this poorly written… Read More Riding into Controversy: Who Is Really Being Attacked from Ebike Regulations?

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We need to talk about the Amenian Church of the Holy Martyrs

In its normal fashion, BHCA claims that this common safety improvement actually decreases safety…without explaining how. It also claims that DoT is ignoring input from the community, when in fact it had multiple meetings at the Community Board and listened to feedback, which was more in favor of the safety improvements. In fact, it’s BHCA… Read More We need to talk about the Amenian Church of the Holy Martyrs

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On December 5th Join a Vibrant Community Input Meeting on Kissena Park Greenway!

Parks is hosting an important discussion about the future of the Kissena Park Greenway between Main Street and Fresh Meadow Lane. We need YOUR ideas and voices to help shape this treasured space! 🌳 📅 Date: December 5th 🕕 Time: 6:30 PM📍 Location: Zoom (link will be sent to your registered email) 🚴 Register here… Read More On December 5th Join a Vibrant Community Input Meeting on Kissena Park Greenway!

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Chase Away the Darkness with a Music Ride this Friday

Are the cold and darkness getting you down? 🌙❄️ It’s time to shake off that winter gloom and join a community of music-loving cyclists for an unforgettable night! 🎶🚴‍♀️✨ Picture this: As the sun sets and the chill sets in, you’re not stuck at home—you’re out with new friends, cycling through the night, filling the… Read More Chase Away the Darkness with a Music Ride this Friday

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Come out to 3 spooky ways to help your community & have fun!

As the temperature cools, warm your heart by supporting your neighborhood in the most fun ways possible! Cosplay Clean-up Part 2 Join us for a fun-filled day of cleaning up the community in our favorite costumes! The event will kick off with a group clean-up around the Kissena Velodrome area, followed by a lively costume… Read More Come out to 3 spooky ways to help your community & have fun!

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Minor Improvements to Utopia Parkway

Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez just anounced $25.2 million funding a safer connection between Utopia Parkway and Little Bay Park. This previously identified improvement will extend the Eastern Queens Greenway along Utopia from Cryders to the Cross Island. The current configuration is very dangerous, putting pedestrians and cyclists in conflict with the parkway off ramp. Although we… Read More Minor Improvements to Utopia Parkway

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