Aaron Donovan

New York City Transportation Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan and other city officials will be doing a press conference to discuss the pedestrian, cyclist and traffic flow improvements in progress at Grand Army Plaza (between the Arch and Prospect Park). The impetus for these improvements was generated, to a large degree, by GAPco.

Here are snapshots of the scoreboard at Yankee Stadium last Sunday. (The Yanks beat Toronto, 7-5.) Despite the perceived parking hardship, average attendance at the stadium has been 52,739 this season, an all-time record.

Councilmember Jessica Lappin is hosting a free bicycle helmet giveaway today. New York City Department of Transportation officials will be there to fit each individual with a free bike helmet. Please attend this event and tell your friends and family!

Fatal Crashes (4 Killed This Week; 496 Killed This Year)

A free open house for the exhibit Jane Jacobs and the Future of New York.

"Let's face it, the New York area is unique. It's one of a handful of communities in the United States that must carefully consider the importance of all modes in transportation planning and programming. Roads, bridges, transit, passenger and freight rail, passenger and freight air service and freight/goods movement are interrelated and equally critical to the success of our national transportation system. New York is a prime example of a place where all of the modes play an important role in maintaining and enhancing the region's economy, quality of life and environment. It's a microcosm of the national challenges and opportunities for transportation."- Excerpts of an interview with Cameron Moore, Executive Director, National Association of Regional Councils (NARC)

David Byrne will host an evening of music, discussion, film, readings, and surprises dedicated to the advancement of bicycling in New York City, including talks and performances by the Classic Riders Bicycle Club, Jan Gehl, Buck Henry, Calvin Trillin, Paul Steely White, Jonathan Wood, and the Young@Heart Chorus.

From Crain's Insider:

Brooklyn Community Board 6's Transportation Committee will be briefed by representatives for the Department of Transportation on the Mayor's PlaNYC 2030 Transportation initatives, which includes a proposed Congestion Pricing pilot program.  The Transportation section of the plan can be reviewed in advance.

Remarks by Robin Chase, co-founder of Zipcar and founder and chief executive of GoLoco and Meadow Networks.