Bicycling
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Streetfilms: Biking is the Way to Beat Coronavirus (If the Mayor Would Help)
"It's kind of infuriating for elected politicians, who get driven everywhere, to say, 'Yeah, take a bike!' Well, we have a lot of kids who can't do that and don't feel safe," one rider said.
March 10, 2020
TransAlt to Mayor: Put Your Money Where Our Bikes Are
The group's executive director said the mayor's "bike to work if you can" message "stops short of making bicycling safe and accessible for all."
March 9, 2020
Citi Bike E-Bikes Return Today — And Pressure Will Build on De Blasio to Expand System More
The return of a redesigned Citi Bike e-bike is crucial as the system begins its 2020-23 expansion into the Bronx, Upper Manhattan and a wider segment of western Queens and central Brooklyn.
February 19, 2020
Wednesday’s Headlines: DOT Touts the Green Wave Edition
Despite amNY's scoop, there are lots of questions remaining about the Green Wave — and Streetsblog will be there. Until then, here's today's headlines.
February 19, 2020
After Years of Neglect, DOT’s Bike Corral Program Is Back
A once-bustling program says it is taking applications. Warning: Installation can take a long time.
February 14, 2020
DOT’s Citi Bike Expansion Squeezes Bronx, Manhattan Pedestrians
"There's an emphasis to put docks on sidewalks," said Erwin Figueroa of TA.
February 14, 2020
DOT Debuts Plans for Protected Bike Lanes on Crescent and 31st Streets in Astoria
After a long campaign by activists, the city aims to protect cyclists from chaotic traffic between the Triborough and Queensboro bridges.
February 12, 2020
Upper West Side Panel Approves Neutered ‘No Parking’ Study
CB 7's much-neutered resolution passes — finally! — with a huge display of parking angst.
February 5, 2020
DOT to Streetsblog: Yeah, We’re Sorry the Brooklyn Bridge Remains a Mess
"I will admit we have had some ups and downs," Trottenberg said. "I apologize."
January 30, 2020
Brooklyn Rides de Blasio’s ‘Green Wave’ with 10 Miles of PBLs This Year
"This is meant to be a huge focus on Brooklyn, given the terrible spate of cyclist of fatalities last year," Department of Transportation Commissioner Polly Trottenberg told Streetsblog.
January 29, 2020
